2007-02-11 04:48:23 · 3 answers · asked by Anonymous in Health ➔ Other - Health
Using the most modern molecular, genetic, and analytical techniques available. Toxicology combines the elements of many scientific disciplines to help us understand the harmful effects of chemicals on living organisms.
An additional, important aspect of toxicology is determining the likelihood that harmful effects will occur under certain exposure circumstances, sometimes called "risk assessment." If the risks are real, then we must be able to deal with them effectively. If the risks are trivial, then we must ensure that valuable public resources are not spent ineffectively. Such important decisions must be made with the best scientific evidence possible.
Many of the tests involved mean samples from different organs must be compared and analyzed, along with blood products. The labs used have other work in progress as well.
2007-02-11 04:56:23 · answer #1 · answered by missourim43 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Probably because they have a backlog. Plus when screening they want to make sure they get the correct diagnosis.
2007-02-11 04:52:34 · answer #2 · answered by devilgal031948 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
the test are extensive and thorough
2007-02-11 04:52:21 · answer #3 · answered by iroc 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋