What Challenges Exist in Setting Safe Exposure Limits?
Several challenges complicate the establishment of safe exposure limits:
Data Limitations: Limited or incomplete toxicological data can hinder accurate risk assessments. Individual Variability: Differences in genetics, health status, and age can affect susceptibility to substances. Mixtures and Interactions: Exposure to multiple substances simultaneously can lead to complex interactions that are difficult to predict. Advancing Science: New research and technologies continuously refine our understanding of toxicological effects, necessitating updates to existing limits.