CRC Press - Immunotoxicology of Environmental and Occupational Metals

Explore the complex relationship between metal exposure and immune system health with this comprehensive text from CRC Press. This volume provides a detailed overview of how environmentally and occupationally important metals impact host defense mechanisms. The text is structured to guide readers through specific metal groups, starting with a deep dive into arsenic, beryllium, cadmium, chromium, lead, mercury, nickel, and vanadium. Beyond these primary subjects, the book expands to examine the immunotoxicological effects of trace metals like indium and platinum, as well as essential metals including iron, zinc, and copper. Designed for professionals and researchers, the content focuses on both in vivo and in vitro effects. By examining host immune responses across various mammalian species, including humans, this book offers a wide-ranging perspective on how metal exposure influences biological defenses. It serves as a vital resource for understanding the immunological consequences of metal exposure in both occupational and environmental settings.