Concepts and Applications in Veterinary Toxicology: An Interactive Guide

Author:   PK Gupta
Publisher:   Springer Nature Switzerland AG
Edition:   1st ed. 2019
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9783030222499


Pages:   350
Publication Date:   24 August 2019
Format:   Hardback
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This book: “Concepts and Applications in Veterinary Toxicology: An Interactive Guide”: covers a broad spectrum of topics related to students specializing in veterinary toxicology and for veterinary medical practitioners. Since the major emphasis of the book is to teach veterinary students, therefore more attention has been given to common toxicants to which several species are exposed including pet animals. The subject of veterinary toxicology is complicated greatly by the wide variations in responses of domestic, companion, aquatic, wild, and zoo species to toxicants. Therefore, emphasis has also been given to species variation and diagnostic toxicology including clinical management that is more relevant to veterinary profession. Key Features ·  Highlights specialized topics essential for veterinary specialists. ·   Covers a variety of common toxicants to which several species including pet animals are exposed. · Includes sample questions and answers that are extremely valuable for students, clinical pharmacists, teachers, and academicians in preparing for their board and other examinations.

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Author:   PK Gupta
Publisher:   Springer Nature Switzerland AG
Imprint:   Springer Nature Switzerland AG
Edition:   1st ed. 2019
Weight:   0.871kg
ISBN:  

9783030222499


ISBN 10:   3030222497
Pages:   350
Publication Date:   24 August 2019
Audience:   Professional and scholarly ,  College/higher education ,  Professional & Vocational ,  Tertiary & Higher Education
Format:   Hardback
Publisher's Status:   Active
Availability:   Manufactured on demand   Availability explained
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Table of Contents

General Concepts and Principles of Toxicology.- Mechanisms of Toxicity.- Disposition and Toxicokinetics.- Toxic Effects of Pesticides (Agrochemicals).- Toxic Effects of Metals and Micronutrients.- Toxicities from Human Drugs.- Poisonous and Venomous Organisms.- Bacterial and Cyanobacterial (Blue-green Algae) Toxins.- Mycotoxicosis.- Poisonous Plants.- Feed Contaminant Toxicity.- Food Hazards.- Veterinary Clinical Toxicology.

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The book is intended primarily for veterinary toxicologists, veterinary practitioners, toxicology residents, and students new to the field of veterinary toxicology. It also is a useful resource for faculty in academic institutions teaching veterinary toxicology. ... This book offers a good summary of key concepts in toxicology. It serves as a useful resource for people who need to review or have a quick reference on the basic concepts of toxicology. (Juanmahel Davila, Doody's Book Reviews, January 10, 2020)


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Prof. Dr. Gupta is an internationally known toxicologist with more than 54 years of experience in the field of teaching, research and as research management in toxicology. He has guided many post-graduate students for their thesis work in toxicology and was honored with several National and International Awards including best teachers, best researcher, Alarsin, Lifetime achievements, UP Book of Records, Limca Book Records  and IUTOX-Astra Zeneca Award (USA). To his credit he has several books, book chapters (John Wiley, Elsevier, Academic Press, Merck & Co. Mariel Limited and Springer USA) as well as scientific research publications (705) published in National and International peer reviewed Journals of repute. His contribution in the publication of Indian Veterinary Pharmacopeia is highly praise worthy. He is the founder Editor-in-Chief of a peer reviewed scientific journal “Toxicology International”, and has been the Book Review Editor, Marcel Dekker, USA; Expert member Consultant and Advisor to WHO, Geneva; Consultant United Nations FAO, Rome; IAEA, Vienna; Founder Academy of Sciences for Animal Welfare; Founder and Past President, Society of Toxicology of India; Adjunct Professor, SRMS; founder director and member nominating committee of International Union of Toxicology; founder President of Society of Toxicology of India, founder Editor-in-Chief of peer reviewed PUBMED indexed scientific Journal “Toxicology International, and has held several prominent positions of scientific organizations in India and abroad. In addition to this Dr. Gupta has also been biographer in several WHO's WHO from all over the world including Marquis WHOs WHO (USA), IBC (UK) and other leading publications of the World. Dr Gupta has been President of Rotary Club, International Distict 3110. At present Dr. Gupta is Director of Toxicology Consulting Group, Patron and Founder President of the Society of Toxicology of India, and President of the Academy of Sciences for Animal Welfare. Dr. Gupta has widely traveled all over in USA, Canada, Mexico, Great Britain, Belgium, Nepal, The Netherlands, France, Germany, Switzerland, Croatia, Italy, Hong Kong, Ireland, Russia, Thailand, China, etc. to visit their laboratories and to deliver lectures (visiting Professor, University of Tennessee and West Virginia University, USA) in specialty areas of toxicology.

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