Drug Identification and Toxicology Chapter 9

Chapter 9 Drug Identification and Toxicology By the end of this chapter you will be able to: Identify the five types of controlled substances Relate signs and symptoms of overdose with a specific class of drugs or toxins Describe the role of various types of toxins in causing death Discuss agents that may be used in bioterrorism Define and describe the goals and practice of toxicology All Rights Reserved South-Western / Cengage Learning © 2012, 2009 Forensic Science: Fundamentals & Investigations, Chapter 9

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1. When are samples taken for a toxicology screen? At the crime scene At the morgue After the autopsy

2. What body fluid do they test for alcohol, glucose, and other drugs? Blood Hair samples Saliva

3. What organs do they often taken fluid from for testing? Lungs Bones Eyes

4. What type of scientist is Dr. G? Forensic technician Medical Examiner Crime Scene Investigator