Casarett & Doull's Essentials of Toxicology (CASARETT AND DOULL'S ESSENTIALS OF TOXICOLOGY) - Softcover

Klaassen, Curtis; Watkins, John

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0071389148 ISBN 13: 9780071389143

Publisher: McGraw-Hill Education / Medical, 2003

Synopsis

This title is based on the Gold Standard in the field! For over 25 years, "Casarett & Doull's Toxicology" has set the standard for providing thorough, academic, and authoritative information and remains the leading reference in the literature. Derived from this classic, "Casarett & Doull's Essentials of Toxicology" uses a highly readable, extensively illustrated approach to provide an in-depth understanding of the principles of toxicology and how poisons affect the body. You'll learn about basic principles, toxicokinetics, how toxic effects are passed on to succeeding generations, how each body system responds to poisons, and the specific effects of a wide range of toxic agents - from pesticides to radiation. This title provides the benefits of the leading reference without the bulk. It is ideal for course work or as a concise reference. It presents concepts in logical progression from general principles to specific topics and examples.The chapter outlines overview study points and make review fast and easy by noting specific topics and examples. Simple, clear illustrations communicate complex concepts and reinforce comprehension. Summary tables distill important information. The key points sections summarize each chapter. Review questions assess your comprehension of content. End-of-chapter bibliographies facilitate further study or research.

About this title

Review:

"This book serves as a highly useful introduction to toxicology, and I would recommend it to students entering the field."--Doody's Review Service Doody's 20031017

From the Publisher:

Generous number of schematic line illustrations

Frequent use of summary tables

Key points listed at start of each chapter

Self-assessment questions and answers

Elucidaates points in the text

Eliminates/minimizes text and provides "at a glance" summaries for students

Provides student with convenient summary of essential "take-home" points

Self-study tool that reinforces learning of most important concepts

About this edition

• Publisher: McGraw-Hill Education / Medical
• Publication date: 2003
• ISBN 10: 0071389148
• ISBN 13: 9780071389143
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 512