Evidence-based toxicology
Evidence-based toxicology
Evidence-based toxicology (EBT) (pronounced: ev-i-dence-based tox-i-col-o-gy) is a scientific discipline that applies the principles of evidence-based medicine to the field of toxicology. It aims to make decisions about the potential harm of chemicals and other substances based on the best available scientific evidence.
Etymology
The term "evidence-based toxicology" is derived from the term "evidence-based medicine", which was coined in the 1990s. The prefix "evidence-based" refers to the use of empirical evidence to guide decision-making, while "toxicology" is derived from the Greek words "toxikon" (poison) and "logia" (study), referring to the study of the adverse effects of chemicals on living organisms.
Related Terms
- Systematic review: A type of literature review that uses systematic methods to collect secondary data, critically appraise research studies, and synthesize findings qualitatively or quantitatively.
- Meta-analysis: A statistical analysis that combines the results of multiple scientific studies.
- Risk assessment: The identification and analysis of potential health or safety risks in the workplace or environment.
- Toxic substance: A substance that can cause harm to organisms when sufficient quantities are absorbed, either through ingestion, inhalation, injection, or contact with skin.
- Dose-response relationship: The relationship between the amount of exposure (dose) to a substance and the resulting changes in body function or health (response).
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Evidence-based toxicology
- Wikipedia's article - Evidence-based toxicology
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