The liver has a high capacity for detoxifying foreign substances. The body can manufacture more enzymes in response to long-term exposure to high levels of a foreign compound. In some cases, metabolism can convert a safe, non-toxic chemical into a highly toxic one. All of the above are correct. Acetaminophen b. Succinylcholine.
Chronic toxicity refers to single or short term exposure to high levels of the toxicant.
The liver, kidneys and lungs are among the most common organs that are targets to the toxic effects of chemicals. The route of administration does not influence the intensity and duration of the toxic effects of chemicals. The muscle relaxant succinylcholine is metabolized very fast in most individuals, while other individuals are very susceptible this drug due to genetic differences. Storage is defined as the movement of a chemical into the blood from the site of administration. Chemicals that interfere with the filtration capacity of the kidneys do not affect the toxic effects of other chemicals.