Healthcare professionals in toxicology often deal with a variety of toxins, including:
- Pharmaceuticals - Overdoses of medications such as opioids, benzodiazepines, and acetaminophen. - Industrial Chemicals - Exposure to chemicals like carbon monoxide, cyanide, and heavy metals. - Pesticides - Poisoning from substances like organophosphates and carbamates. - Natural Toxins - Venom from snakes, spiders, and marine animals, as well as plant toxins.
