Fundamentals of Toxicology provides a crisp, easy-to-understand overview of the most important concepts, applications, and ideas needed in order to learn the basics of toxicology. Written by a pre-eminent toxicologist with over five decades of teaching experience, this comprehensive resource offers the hands-on knowledge needed for a strong foundation in the wide field of toxicology. Fundamental of Toxicology includes a clear structure divided into five units to assist learning and understanding. The 6rst unit provides extensive coverage on the background of toxicology including commonly used definitions and historical perspective, while the following units cover: basic concepts; regulatory requirements and Good Laboratory practices, including types of toxicology testing and evaluation; toxic agents and adverse effects on health; and analytical, forensic and diagnostic toxicology. Fundamentals of Toxicology is an essential book for advanced students in toxicology and across the biomedical sciences, life sciences, and environmental sciences learning the concepts of toxicology as well as early researchers needing to refresh outside of their specialty. Key features ? Explains the essential concepts of toxicology in a clear fashion ? Provides in depth coverage of testing protocols, common drugs, chemicals, and laboratory based diagnostic and analytical toxicology ? Explores the history, foundations, and most recent concepts of toxicology