What is the importance of biomonitoring in environmental toxicology?
Biomonitoring involves measuring the levels of chemicals or their metabolites in biological samples, such as blood or urine, to assess human exposure to environmental contaminants. This data is crucial for understanding the long-term effects of exposure on human health and for evaluating the effectiveness of environmental regulations. Biomonitoring can also help identify populations that are at greater risk and require targeted interventions.
