Toxicologists, the scientists who help determine the limits for safe use of materials, use modern technological research methods, including tests on animals, to protect human and animal health and the environment.

What is toxicity testing on animals?

Toxicity testing involves both broad spectrum analysis of potential adverse effects on test animal health, organ damage (liver, lung, spleen, etc.), and also selective testing for toxicity related to the disease and/or organ system designated for clinical testing.

What is animal toxicology?

Abstract. Veterinary toxicology is a broad area of science which deals with diagnosis and treatment of intoxications in pets, livestock, and wildlife species. Everything is a poison. As such, in this chapter, only common toxicants which affect these animals are reviewed.