Immunology, toxicologic aspects

Yoshida, S., Golub, M.S. and Gershwin, M.E. (1989). Immunological aspects of toxicology Premises not promises. Regul. Toxicol. Pharmacol. 9 56-80. 

Clinical chemistry now encompasses aspects of analytical chemistry, biochemistry, clinical laboratory science, toxicology, immunology, and molecular biology. Our intended readership includes the clinical laboratory scientists, practioners of the medical arts, medical technologists, and associated disciplines. 

Silicones are widely used as inert materials in medicine. In particular, their use in silicon breast implants and catheters has raised questions regarding the interaction of silicones with human cells and tissues. The mobility, toxicology, and immunology of silicones in higher animal systems have been investigated extensively over the last decade. It is not possible to adequately cover the relevant literature in this chapter and readers are directed to a recent review dealing with these aspects. 

Edman B, Janzon L (1989) Social and demographic aspects of nickel contact allergy. In Maibach HI, Menn T (eds) Nickel and the skin immunology and toxicology. CRC Press, Boca Raton, Florida, pp 207-214... 

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