Clinical toxicology

{
  "id": "MLC-T-CHM-002120",
  "term": "Clinical toxicology",
  "field": "Chemistry",
  "definition": "The medical discipline focused on the diagnosis, management, and prevention of poisoning and other adverse health effects due to exposure to drugs, chemicals, and biological toxins. This field involves understanding the mechanisms of toxicity, developing diagnostic tests, and implementing appropriate therapeutic interventions. Clinical toxicologists often work in emergency departments or poison control centers.",
  "subject": "Chemistry and Human Health",
  "references": [
    "PAC, 2007, 79, 1153. 'Glossary of terms used in toxicology, 2nd edition (IUPAC Recommendations 2007)' on page 1191 (https://doi.org/10.1351/pac200779071153)"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/chemistry/clinical-toxicology/"
}