Hematologic aspects of toxicology.

Hematol Oncol Clin North Am

New York City Poison Control Center, New York.

Published: June 1987

Exposure to a number of toxins may result in a variety of hematologic abnormalities. Derangements of the synthesis of cellular elements, a shortened red cell half life, abnormalities of coagulation, and interference in oxygen-carrying capacity are some of the pathologic effects. Pharmacologic agents, heavy metals, and animal and insect venoms are among the toxins implicated in the production of hematologic abnormalities. This article focuses on some of these issues.

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