This book investigates the critical role of pharmacokinetics in understanding prenatal and perinatal toxicology. It addresses how the absorption, distribution, metabolism, and excretion of substances in pregnant individuals and developing fetuses influence toxicological outcomes. The work synthesizes findings from a 1975 symposium, aiming to provide a foundational understanding of these complex interactions for researchers and clinicians.

This volume, stemming from a 1975 symposium, represents an early compilation of research on the pharmacokinetic aspects of prenatal and perinatal toxicology. Its focus on fundamental principles suggests it serves as a foundational text for those entering the field or seeking to understand the historical development of toxicological research in this area. The specialized nature of the topic indicates a readership primarily composed of scientists, pharmacologists, and medical professionals involved in developmental toxicology and obstetrics.