The application of dosimetry models to identify key processes and parameters for default dose-response assessment approaches

Jarabek, AM

HERO ID

77488

Reference Type

Journal Article

Year

1995

Language

English

PMID

7570654

HERO ID 77488
In Press No
Year 1995
Title The application of dosimetry models to identify key processes and parameters for default dose-response assessment approaches
Authors Jarabek, AM
Journal Toxicology Letters
Volume 79
Issue 1-3
Page Numbers 171-184
Abstract Mathematical dosimetry models should improve the accuracy of various extrapolations required in dose-response assessment because they include explicit descriptions of the major mechanistic determinants of the exposure-dose-response continuum. The availability of these anatomic and physiologic parameters for different mammalian species (including humans) and the physicochemical parameters for individual chemicals is an important consideration in the formulation of model structures and the application of simplifying assumptions to develop default models. A framework is presented that includes iterative development of model structures as more data become available. Development of the default dosimetry adjustments for interspecies extrapolation used in the inhalation reference concentration (RfC) methods of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is discussed as an example of iterative model development, a process intended to ensure that model structures are commensurate with available data. The framework also aids evaluation of different model structures and can be applied to identify key parameters. Examples are provided to illustrate how insight on the key mechanistic determinants of exposure-dose-response can guide interpretation of data in the absence of comprehensive model structures, identify gaps in the database for a given chemical, or direct data gathering for chemicals that are yet to enter production.
Doi 10.1016/0378-4274(95)03368-u
Pmid 7570654
Wosid WOS:A1995RW52600022
Is Certified Translation No
Dupe Override No
Conference Location Atlanta, GA
Conference Name Workshop on Decision Support Methodologies for Human Health Risk Assessment of Toxic Substances
Conference Date October 18-20, 1993
Is Public Yes
Language Text English
Keyword physiologically based pharmacokinetic modeling; dosimetry; risk assessment; interspecies scaling; uncertainty