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This paper will introduce the reader to the inhalation exposure of animals. It is by no means complete and for more information the reader should consult more thorough reviews (1–5). This chapter will: (a) provide basic definitions for some common terms; (b) describe standard inhalation chambers and how they are operated; (c) describe the build-up and removal of pollutants in chambers; (d) briefly discuss isolation exposure systems; and (e) describe the function, applicability, advantages, and disadvantages of nose exposure systems. Other techniques which may be useful in assessing mutagenicity but which are not described here include intratracheal instillation, partial lung exposures, and exposures during bronchoscopy.
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Drew, R.T. (1982). Systems for Exposure of Animals to Airborne Agents. In: Tice, R.R., Costa, D.L., Schaich, K.M. (eds) Genotoxic Effects of Airborne Agents. Environmental Science Research, vol 25. Springer, Boston, MA. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-1-4613-3455-2_15
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