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Information resources useful in forensic toxicology.

D T Stafford1, B K Logan

  • 1Department of Pathology, University of Tennessee, Memphis 38163.

Fundamental and Applied Toxicology : Official Journal of the Society of Toxicology
|October 1, 1990
PubMed
Summary

Forensic toxicologists can efficiently solve problems by consulting experts and searching scientific literature. Laboratory analysis is the least efficient information-gathering method but essential for confirmation.

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Area of Science:

  • Forensic Toxicology
  • Information Science

Background:

  • Forensic toxicology relies on accurate information for case resolution.
  • Effective information retrieval is crucial for toxicologists.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To outline efficient information resources for forensic toxicologists.
  • To guide toxicologists in problem-solving scenarios.

Main Methods:

  • Prioritizing information sources based on efficiency.
  • Consulting subject matter experts.
  • Utilizing electronic bibliographic databases and published literature.
  • Conducting laboratory analysis as a last resort or for confirmation.

Main Results:

  • Consulting experts is the most efficient information-gathering method.

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  • Electronic literature searches are the next most efficient.
  • Laboratory work is the least efficient but sometimes necessary.

    • Conclusions:

    • A tiered approach to information retrieval optimizes forensic toxicology practice.
    • Strategic use of resources enhances problem-solving capabilities.
    • Appendices provide supplementary resource guidance.