Universität Wien

320076 VO Introduction in Toxicology (2008S)

0.50 ECTS (1.00 SWS), SPL 32 - Pharmazie

Seminarraum d. Inst. f. Pharmakologie und Toxikologie, Pharmaziezentrum

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Language: German

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Aims, contents and method of the course

ECTS points:1.0
Following topics will be provided:
Basic principles of toxicology
Sources of toxic substances
Absorption, distribution, metabolism and excretion of xenobiotics
Mechanisms of toxic effects
Toxicological testing methods
Principles of risk assessment
Risk management and risk communication

Assessment and permitted materials

Minimum requirements and assessment criteria

The objective of this lecture is to provide an overview of the definition, fields of application, scientific basis, methodology and the importance of toxicology in the context of regulatory policy. Specific consideration is given to toxicological risk assessment, toxicity testing and practical aspects of regulatory risk management.

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Association in the course directory

A400, N 2260

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