Understanding What Are the 4 Divisions of Forensic Toxicology?
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According to the National Institute on Drug Abuse, approximately half of all workplace accidents are related to substance use, highlighting the critical role of forensic toxicology in addressing such legal and safety issues. The specialized field of forensic toxicology is not a single discipline but is comprised of four distinct divisions that apply toxicological principles to different legal and medical contexts. Each division focuses on specific scenarios and utilizes different testing protocols to provide objective scientific evidence for investigators and the courts.
