Hair in Toxicology

This book is ideal as a reference and guide to investigations in the biomedical, biochemical and pharmaceutical sciences at the graduate and post graduate level.

Hair in Toxicology: An Important Biomonitor is the first book of its kind devoted exclusively to in-depth analysis of the hair shaft as an important tool for a diverse range of scientific investigations. This authoritative book combines contributions from experts in academic, governmental and industrial environments, to provide a unique, comprehensive look at: - Why hair can serve as an invaluable bio-resource in toxicology, with up-to-date reviews on hair growth, hair fibre formation and hair pigmentation - Information (including regulatory details) on the exposure of hair (and by extension the body) to drug and non-drug chemicals and pollutants - Toxicological issues relevant to the use of hair products (including colourants, shampoos and depilatories) - The ability of hair to capture information on personal identity, chemical exposure, and environmental interactions - How hair can provide an understanding of human life from archaeological and historical perspectives - Future direction in the use of hair in toxicology Hair in Toxicology: An Important Biomonitor is ideal as a reference and guide to investigations in the biomedical, biochemical and pharmaceutical sciences at the graduate and post graduate level.

Part 1: Biology of Hair; Chapter 1: The Biogenesis and Growth of Human Hair; Chapter 2: The Human Hair Fiber; Chapter 3: Pigmentation of Human Hair; Part 2: Application of Hair Biology to Environmental Assessments; Chapter 4: Hair in Forensic Toxicology with a Special Focus on Drug-facilitated Crimes; Chapter 5: Hair and Human Identification; Chapter 6: Hair and Metal Toxicity; Chapter 7: Hair and Exposure to Environmental Pollutants; Chapter 8: Hair and Nutrient/Diet Assessment; Part 3: Chemistry and Toxicology of Personal Hair Care Products; Chapter 9: Hair Colorant Chemistry; Chapter 10: Hair Dyes and Skin Allergy; Chapter 11: Hair Colorant Use Associated Pathology - Cancer?; Chapter 12: The Chemistry of Hair Care Products: Potential Toxicological Issues for Shampoos, Hair Conditioners, Fixatives, Permanent Waves, Relaxers and Depilatories; Chapter 13: Hair Care Products - Regulatory Issues; Part 4: Hair in Archaeology; Chapter 14: Hair as a Bioresource in Archaeological Study; Chapter 15: A Perspective on Future Directions