Assessing mixture effects involves several approaches, including:
In Vitro Studies: Laboratory studies using cell cultures to test mixture effects without the ethical and logistical issues of in vivo studies. In Vivo Studies: Animal studies that provide a more comprehensive understanding of how mixtures affect whole organisms. Computational Modeling: Tools such as QSAR models and other computational methods to predict potential interactions within mixtures. Epidemiological Studies: Observational studies in human populations to identify correlations and potential causal relationships between exposure to mixtures and health outcomes.
