The fifth edition of Principles in Forensic Toxicology continues to set the standard in forensic science education and academic publishing. With over a decade of classroom-tested, continually updated content, this new edition features significant updates and introduces 7 new chapters covering essential topics such as:
- Drug-facilitated crimes
- Derivatization techniques
- Quantitation methods
- Measurement uncertainty and traceability
- Statistics in forensic toxicology
- Oral fluid testing
- Drugs in embalmed specimens
Structured in a comprehensive manner, Principles in Forensic Toxicology is divided into three key parts:
- Part One: Covers major sub-disciplines of forensic toxicology along with essential pharmacological concepts.
- Part Two: Focuses on specimen preparation, laboratory testing, and advanced instrumental analysis.
- Part Three: Discusses common analytes including cocaine, opioids, alcohol, and marijuana, providing an extensive overview of these critical substances.
Adopted by many of the top universities for forensic science programs and utilized by respected medical examiner’s offices and crime laboratories worldwide, Principles of Forensic Toxicology is not just a textbook;
Authors:
Barry S. Levine (Editor)
Edition:
5th
Publication Date:
August 13, 2020
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