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Forensic and Analytical Toxicology Flashcards

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Define Forensic Toxicology.

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“Study and understanding of the harmful effects of external substances introduced into living systems within a medicolegal context”

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What is the importance of chain of custody?

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Nochainofcustody, noevidence.

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What is the role of a forensic toxicologist?

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Providing toxicological info in support of legal activities

- DUI Cases

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Objectives of Forensic Analysis?

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  1. Postmortem investigation of death
  2. Data collection to provide life saving info
  3. Recognition of particular hazards in public health policy and laws
  4. Evaluation of post accident
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What type of analyte is used in Atomic absorption spectroscopy?

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Metals

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What type of analyte is used in Gas chromatography?

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VOCs

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What type of analyte is used in Ion Chromatography?

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Ionic agents

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Case 4 - farmer

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Social history - marital conflict and financial problems

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