NURSING ANM AND GNM

NURSING EXAM QUESTIONS

TOXICOLOGY

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Poisons and toxins can be detected in samples of hair.
A
true
B
false
C
Either A or B
D
None of the above
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Forensic hair analysis can be done to help identify a person who may have been present at a crime scene. Hair samples are tested with specific chemicals and looked at under a microscope. Hair analysis can also be used to check for poisoning caused by metals such as lead or mercury.

Detailed explanation-2: -It also contains sweat, your body’s natural oils, and any toxins around you. A hair analysis uses special techniques to look closely at your hair under a microscope. The results can show details about your health and habits.

Detailed explanation-3: -In forensic toxicology Chemical hair analysis is used for the detection of many therapeutic drugs and recreational drugs, including cocaine, heroin, benzodiazepines and amphetamines.

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