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Book SynopsisEndocrine and Hormonal Toxicology Edited by Philip W. Harvey, Kevin C. Rush and Andrew Cockburn AgrEvo UK Ltd, Saffron Walden, UK This is the first book to consider the integrated role of the classical endocrine system and hormones (including those from tissues outside the classical endocrine system) in toxicological responses. Although focusing on the latest knowledge on endocrine glands as target organs and the mechanistic and molecular basis for toxicity in these organs, Endocrine and Hormonal Toxicology has been written to cover toxicological responses at the whole body level mediated by endocrine or hormonal mechanisms. This whole body, multi-organ approach significantly broadens the relevance of this volume to toxicologists. Following an introductory section on the types of endocrine toxicity including primary, secondary and indirect mechanisms, the next section deals with endocrine organs as toxicological targets. International contributions focus on the pituitary, thyroid and p
Trade Review"section III of this book is a classic" (Clinical Endocrinology, No.53 2000)
Table of ContentsSection 1: An Integrated Approach to Endocrine and Hormonal Toxicology
Section 2: Endocrine Organs as Toxicological Targets
Section 3: Endocrine and Hormonal Toxicology: A Target System Approach
Section 4: Endocrine Toxicology: Human and Environmental Health Perspectives
