Toxicology Unit

The Toxicology Unit combines service work with translational research

• The Toxicology Unit, based at the Charing Cross Hospital campus, has provided an analytical service to HM Coroners in England and Wales for over 30 years.
• Dr. Susan Paterson, head of unit, has an international reputation in the field of forensic toxicology.
• The unit is carrying out internationally recoginsed research in the field of forensic toxicology.
• The Unit offers the distinct service of hair analysis to HM Coroners in addition to routine sample analysis.
• Dr Rosa Cordero is a leading expert in the field of hair analysis and interpretation of the results.
• The unit operates a unique approach to the analysis and interpretation of urine from drug treatment centres across London.
• The analysts in the laboratory are all suitably qualified graduates and highly trained.