Hair in Toxicology: An Important Biomonitor is the first book of its kind devoted exclusively to in-depth analysis of the hair shaft as an important tool for a diverse range of scientific investigations. This authoritative book combines contributions from experts in academic, governmental and industrial environments, to provide a unique, comprehensive look at: – Why hair can serve as an invaluable bio-resource in toxicology, with up-to-date reviews on hair growth, hair fibre formation and hair pigmentation – Information (including regulatory details) on the exposure of hair (and by extension the body) to drug and non-drug chemicals and pollutants – Toxicological issues relevant to the use of hair products (including colourants, shampoos and depilatories) – The ability of hair to capture information on personal identity, chemical exposure, and environmental interactions – How hair can provide an understanding of human life from archaeological and historical perspectives – Future direction in the use of hair in toxicology Hair in Toxicology: An Important Biomonitor is ideal as a reference and guide to investigations in the biomedical, biochemical and pharmaceutical sciences at the graduate and post graduate level.
Inhaltsverzeichnis
Part 1: Biology of Hair;
Chapter 1: The Biogenesis and Growth of Human Hair;
Chapter 2: The Human Hair Fiber;
Chapter 3: Pigmentation of Human Hair;
Part 2: Application of Hair Biology to Environmental Assessments;
Chapter 4: Hair in Forensic Toxicology with a Special Focus on Drug-facilitated Crimes;
Chapter 5: Hair and Human Identification;
Chapter 6: Hair and Metal Toxicity;
Chapter 7: Hair and Exposure to Environmental Pollutants;
Chapter 8: Hair and Nutrient/Diet Assessment;
Part 3: Chemistry and Toxicology of Personal Hair Care Products;
Chapter 9: Hair Colorant Chemistry;
Chapter 10: Hair Dyes and Skin Allergy;
Chapter 11: Hair Colorant Use Associated Pathology – Cancer?;
Chapter 12: The Chemistry of Hair Care Products: Potential Toxicological Issues for Shampoos, Hair Conditioners, Fixatives, Permanent Waves, Relaxers and Depilatories;
Chapter 13: Hair Care Products – Regulatory Issues;
Part 4: Hair in Archaeology;
Chapter 14: Hair as a Bioresource in Archaeological Study;
Chapter 15: A Perspective on Future Directions
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