Forensic Toxicology

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What is a poison?

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A substance that, when taken in sufficient quantities, causes a harmful or deadly reaction.

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What is the main focus of forensic toxicology?

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The study of how drugs and poisons affect the human body, particularly in legal contexts.

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What is a drug?

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A natural or synthetic substance used to produce physiological or psychological effects.

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What are narcotics?

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Substances that are physically addicting, depressants to the central nervous system, and pain relievers.

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What does the Controlled Substance Act do?

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It establishes five schedules of classification for substances based on potential for abuse, psychological dependence, and physical dependence.

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What is postmortem toxicology?

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The analysis of body fluids and tissues after death to determine the presence of drugs or poisons.

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What is workplace drug testing?

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A method used to detect the presence of drugs in employees to ensure a safe working environment.

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What is human performance testing?

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Assessing the effects of drugs on an individual's ability to perform tasks.

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What is the difference between a toxin and a poison?

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A toxin is a harmful substance produced by living organisms, while a poison can be any harmful substance, regardless of its origin.

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What are the five schedules of controlled substances?

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They classify drugs based on their potential for abuse and medical use, ranging from Schedule I (high potential for abuse, no accepted medical use) to Schedule V (low potential for abuse, accepted medical use).