Hair in Toxicology - An Important Bio-Monitor (Hardcover)

Hair in Toxicology: An Important Biomonitor is the first book of its kind devoted exclusively to in-depth analysis of the hair shaft as an important tool for a diverse range of scientific investigations. This authoritative book combines contributions from experts in academic, governmental and industrial environments, to provide a unique, comprehensive look at: - Why hair can serve as an invaluable bio-resource in toxicology, with up-to-date reviews on hair growth, hair fibre formation and hair pigmentation - Information (including regulatory details) on the exposure of hair (and by extension the body) to drug and non-drug chemicals and pollutants - Toxicological issues relevant to the use of hair products (including colourants, shampoos and depilatories) - The ability of hair to capture information on personal identity, chemical exposure, and environmental interactions - How hair can provide an understanding of human life from archaeological and historical perspectives - Future direction in the use of hair in toxicology Hair in Toxicology: An Important Biomonitor is ideal as a reference and guide to investigations in the biomedical, biochemical and pharmaceutical sciences at the graduate and post graduate level.

General

Imprint:	Royal Society of Chemistry
Country of origin:	United Kingdom
Series:	Issues in Toxicology, Volume 1
Release date:	July 2005
First published:	2005
Editors:	Desmond John Tobin
Dimensions:	234 x 156 x 25mm (L x W x T)
Format:	Hardcover - Unsewn / adhesive bound
Pages:	378
ISBN-13:	978-0-85404-587-7
Categories:	Books > Medicine > Other branches of medicine > Pharmacology > Medical toxicology
LSN:	0-85404-587-2
Barcode:	9780854045877

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