How does toxicology assess the risk of chemical exposure?
Toxicological risk assessment involves a series of steps to evaluate the potential health risks posed by chemical exposures. These steps include hazard identification, dose-response assessment, exposure assessment, and risk characterization. By integrating data from these steps, toxicologists can estimate the likelihood of adverse health effects in humans and wildlife. This process is critical for developing safety guidelines and regulatory policies to protect public health and the environment.
