How Does Subacute Exposure Differ from Acute and Chronic Exposure?
Acute exposure involves a single or short-term contact with a toxicant, usually lasting less than 24 hours. It often results in immediate and observable effects. On the other hand, chronic exposure involves repeated or continuous exposure over an extended period, typically longer than 30 days, and can lead to delayed health effects. Subacute exposure sits between these two, where the exposure period is longer than acute but not prolonged enough to be considered chronic.
