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Handbook of toxicology of chemical w...
Gupta, Ramesh C. (1949-)

 

  • Handbook of toxicology of chemical warfare agents[electronic resource] /
  • Record Type: Language materials, printed : Monograph/item
    [NT 15000414]: 615.9
    Title/Author: Handbook of toxicology of chemical warfare agents/ edited by Ramesh C. Gupta.
    other author: Gupta, Ramesh C.
    Published: London : : Academic Press,, 2009.
    Description: xviii, 1147 p. : : ill. ;; 29 cm.
    Subject: Chemical agents (Munitions) - Toxicology.
    Subject: Chemical warfare.
    Subject: Toxicology.
    Subject: Chemical weapons.
    Subject: Chemical Warfare.
    Subject: Chemical Warfare Agents - toxicity.
    ISBN: 9780123744845
    ISBN: 0123744849
    [NT 15000227]: Includes bibliographical references and index.
    [NT 15000228]: Introduction, Historical Perspective and Epidemiology -- Toxicokinetics and Physiologically Based Pharmacokinetics< -- Target Organ Toxicity -- Agents That Can Be Used as Weapons of Mass Destruction -- Risks to Animals and Wildlife -- Special Topics -- Analytical Methods, Biosensors and Biomarkers -- Prophylactic, Therapeutic, and Countermeasures -- Decontamination of Chemical Warfare Agents -- Homeland Security.
    [NT 15000229]: This exciting book covers every aspect of deadly toxic chemicals used as weapons of mass destruction and employed in conflicts, warfare and terrorism. Including findings from experimental as well as clinical studies, this one-of-a-kind handbook is prepared in a very user- friendly format that can easily be followed by students, teachers and researchers, as well as lay people. Stand alone chapters on individual chemicals and major topics allow the reader to easily access required information without searching through the entire book. This is the first book that offers in-depth coverage of individual toxicants, target organ toxicity, major incidents, toxic effects in humans, animals and wildlife, biosensors, biomarkers, on-site and laboratory analytical methods, decontamination and detoxification procedures, prophylactic, therapeutic and countermeasures, and the role of homeland security. Presents a comprehensive look at all aspects of chemical warfare toxicology in one reference work.
    Online resource: An electronic book accessible through the World Wide Web; click for information
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