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A poisonous plant file in TOXLINE
D J Wagstaff1, A T Wagstaff, J C Goshorn
1Center for Food Safety and Applied Nutrition, Food and Drug Administration, Washington, DC 20204.
Summary
A new TOXLINE toxicology file details 2508 poisonous plant records. This resource aids researchers in finding information on plant toxins, effects, and related chemicals.
Area of Science:
- Toxicology
- Pharmacology
- Botany
Background:
- Poisonous plants pose significant risks to human and animal health.
- Comprehensive toxicological data on poisonous plants is crucial for risk assessment and management.
- Existing databases may lack detailed, searchable information on plant-induced toxicity.
Purpose of the Study:
- To announce the creation and content of a new TOXLINE file dedicated to the toxicology of poisonous plants.
- To provide researchers with a structured and searchable database of toxicological information on poisonous plants.
Main Methods:
- Compilation of 2508 records on poisonous plant toxicology.
- Inclusion of full references, keywords, Chemical Abstracts Service Registry Numbers (CAS RN), and abstracts.
- Development of a controlled vocabulary for standardized indexing.
- Implementation of search capabilities for multiple data elements.
Main Results:
- The TOXLINE file contains 2508 detailed records on poisonous plant toxicology.
- Records include comprehensive bibliographic information and toxicological data.
- A controlled vocabulary is available for enhanced data retrieval.
- The database supports complex searches across various parameters.
Conclusions:
- The new TOXLINE file represents a valuable resource for toxicological research on poisonous plants.
- Enhanced searchability facilitates efficient access to critical information on plant toxins and their effects.
- This database will aid in understanding and mitigating the health risks associated with poisonous plants.