Immunotoxicology

Abstract Immunotoxicology can be defined as the study of adverse effects on the immune system resulting from exposure to chemicals (including drugs), biological materials and, in certain instances, physiological factors, collectively referred to as agents. It encompasses studies of various immune pathologies associated with exposure of humans and wildlife species, including allergy, immune dysregulation (suppression or enhancement), autoimmunity and, in some instances, chronic inflammatory diseases.