Toxicology

Métodos de ensino

Objetivos de Unidade Curricular

It is intended to provide a concise description of the basic principles of toxicology and the assessment of the potential health risks as well as the risks associated with exposure to certain chemicals. Understanding the fundamental principles of toxicology and the different aspects related to specific toxicity in each organ will be discussed. Mutagenesis and genetic toxicity as well as chemical carcinogenesis will also be discussed. One of the objectives of this curricular unit is to present the toxicological aspects related to some occupational and environmental activities. Understand the properties and toxicity related to metals, pesticides, toxins and poisons. In the practical component will be realized experiences that allow to acquire practical skills and to consolidate some of the theoretical concepts.

Estagios

Nao

Programa

1. Theoretical Component:
Basic principles of toxicology.
Absorption, distribution, and elimination of toxic agents.
Biotransformation: the balance between bioactivation and detoxification.
Hematotoxicity.
Hepatotoxicity.
Nephrotoxicity.
Neurotoxicity.
Dermal and ocular toxicology.
Toxic effects on lung.
Immunotoxicity
Mutagenesis and genetic toxicology.
2. Practical Component:
Practical laboratory exercise in invertebrate organisms or plants exposed to a toxic compound to be defined later.

Métodos de Avaliação

Continuous Evaluation

Frequency: 100.0%

Exam Evaluation

Theorical Exam: 100.0%

Itens Bibliograficos

Docente responsável

Daniel Cerqueira Ribeiro