Issues in Toxicology

Hair in Toxicology

An Important Bio-Monitor

Desmond John Tobin (Editor)
ISBN: 978-0-85404-587-7
Copyright: 2005
Format: Hardback
Extent: 378
Price:  £139.99

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Synopsis

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.

Reviews

Very well structured and balanced, complete and really a hair encyclopedia.
Source : Skin Research and Technology, 2005, 11:289 (K Ogoshi)

Highly informative and accessible.....an excellent overview of the various scientific fields where analysis of the hair shaft yields unique information.
Source : Chemistry & Industry, 5 June 2006 (Sudax Murdan)

Any budding tricho-toxicologist would be well advised to delve deeply into the pages of this book.
Source : Toxicological Reviews, 2006:25 (1): 71 (T M T Sheehan)

It is an easy reading and comprehensive over-view of the subject and well worth reading, especially for those new to the field or studying for the Board exams.
Source : Hair Transplant Forum International, January/February 2006 (Nilofer P Farjo)

Overall, the book is an excellent addition to the library of scientists interested in various areas of hair analysis.
Source : Journal of Forensic Sciences, July 2006, Vol.51, No.4 (Dr Christine Moore)