Why Are Competitive Binding Assays Important in Toxicology?
Competitive binding assays are crucial in toxicology for several reasons:
Detection of Toxins: They are used to detect and quantify the presence of environmental toxins and pollutants in biological samples. Pharmacokinetics: These assays help in understanding the pharmacokinetics of drugs and toxins, including their absorption, distribution, metabolism, and excretion. Risk Assessment: They are employed in risk assessment to evaluate human and animal exposure to harmful substances. Therapeutic Drug Monitoring: Competitive binding assays are used in therapeutic drug monitoring to ensure drug levels remain within a therapeutic range without causing toxicity.
