Ecogenetics: Genetic Variation in Susceptibility to Environmental Agents

by Edward J. Calabrese and Edward Calabrese

Describes and analyzes genetic factors affecting susceptibility to environmental pollutants. Considers a wide range of pollutant induced diseases including cancer, heart disease, kidney disease, diabetes, and hemotological disorders and how genetics affects their expression. Assesses the usefulness of animal models in predicting potential human high risk conditions.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0471891126
• ISBN13: 9780471891123
• Release Date: January 1984
• Publisher: Wiley-Interscience
• Length: 341 Pages