What are the Challenges in Identifying Unknown Toxicity?
Several challenges complicate the identification of unknown toxicity:
- Lack of Historical Data: New substances often lack a historical record of use, making it difficult to predict their toxicological effects. - Complex Mixtures: Many substances are not used in isolation but as part of complex mixtures, complicating the assessment of individual toxic components. - Variability in Human Response: Genetic and environmental factors can cause variability in how different individuals respond to the same substance.
