Overview

The topic presents an introduction to toxicology as it is used in environmental health. The topic presents the basic principles of toxicology including toxicokinetics and toxicodynamics, and adsorption, distribution, metabolism and elimination of toxicants. Toxicants are examined by class (different types of toxicants), by system (the target organs they affect) … For more content click the Read More button below.

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Aims

This topic aims to:

  • Explore the principles of toxicology including toxicokinetics and toxicodynamics, and adsorption, distribution, metabolism and elimination of toxicants
  • Consider the role of physiological health and the role of physical environments as determinants of health
  • Consider the tools used in environmental health and toxicology, especially risk assessment and regulatory and administrative frameworks

Learning outcomes

On completion of this topic you will be expected to be able to:
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Demonstrate an understanding of the principles of toxicology, including toxicokinetics, toxicodynamics and adsorption, distribution, metabolism and elimination of toxicants, and how these are measured and quantified
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Demonstrate an understanding of human physiology and how this impacts on susceptibility and therefore risk
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Use risk assessment as a tool in toxicology as it is used in environmental health
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Demonstrate an understanding of the regulatory and administrative tools that are used in toxicology, how they are developed and implemented, and the uncertainties associated with regulating toxicology

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