Stressors in toxicology can be categorized into several types:
Chemical Stressors: These include industrial chemicals, pesticides, heavy metals, and pharmaceuticals. Physical Stressors: Examples include radiation, temperature extremes, and mechanical forces. Biological Stressors: These are organisms like bacteria, viruses, and fungi that can cause infections.
Each type of stressor can have unique pathways and mechanisms of causing harm, necessitating specific approaches to risk assessment and management.
