Toxicity Tests - ț̢
An array of tests used to determine the toxicity of a substance to living systems. These include tests on clinical drugs, foods, and environmental pollutants.
Synonyms : Tests, Toxicity, Test, Toxicity, Toxicity Test
Toxicity Tests, Chronic - ț̢
Experiments designed to determine the potential toxic effects of a long-term exposure to a chemical or chemicals.
Toxicodendron - ț̢
A genus (formerly part of Rhus genus) of shrubs, vines, or trees that yields a highly allergenic oleoresin which causes a severe contact dermatitis (DERMATITIS, TOXICODENDRON). The most toxic species are Toxicodendron vernix (poison sumac), T. diversilobum (poison oak), and T. radicans (poison ivy). T. vernicifera yields a useful varnish from which certain enzymes (laccases) are obtained.
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Toxicogenetics - ț̢
The study of existing genetic knowledge, and the generation of new genetic data, to understand and thus avoid DRUG TOXICITY and adverse effects from toxic substances from the environment.
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Toxicology - ț̢
The science concerned with the detection, chemical composition, and biological action of toxic substances or poisons and the treatment and prevention of toxic manifestations.