In vitro and in vivo methods in immunotoxicology.
One approach to assessment of the immunotoxic effects of drugs and chemicals upon the immune system is briefly described. Appropriate in vivo and in vitro methods and techniques are delineated. It is likely that programs implemented at individual institutions will be modified to specific circumstances.
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Department of Veterinary Pathobiology, College of Veterinary Medicine, Ohio State University, Columbus 43210.
D000818:Animals; D002478:Cells, Cultured; D006801:Humans; D007107:Immune System / Q000187:drug effects*; D007958:Leukocyte Count; D008214:Lymphocytes / Q000187:drug effects; D008264:Macrophages / Q000187:drug effects; D009000:Monocytes / Q000187:drug effects; D014116:Toxicology / Q000379:methods*