Journal of Analytical Toxicology

Aims & Scope

The Journal of Analytical Toxicology (JAT) is an international toxicology journal devoted to the timely dissemination of scientific communications concerning potentially toxic substances and drug identification, isolation, and quantitation.

Since its inception in 1977, the Journal of Analytical Toxicology has striven to present state-of-the-art techniques used in toxicology labs.

The peer-review process provided by the distinguished members of the Editorial Advisory Board ensures the high-quality and integrity of articles published in the Journal of Analytical Toxicology.

Timely presentation of the latest toxicology developments is ensured through Technical Notes, Case Reports, and Letters to the Editor.

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Metrics & Ranking

Impact Factor

Year	Value
2025	2.6
2024	2.30

Journal Rank

Year	Value
2024	6462

Journal Citation Indicator

Year	Value
2024	1130

SJR (SCImago Journal Rank)

Year	Value
2024	0.827

Quartile

Year	Value
2024	Q1

h-index

Year	Value
2024	87

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Abstracting & Indexing

Journal is indexed in leading academic databases, ensuring global visibility and accessibility of our peer-reviewed research.

• Scopus
• Google Scholar
• Web of Science

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Subjects & Keywords

Journal’s research areas, covering key disciplines and specialized sub-topics in Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Environmental Science and Pharmacology, Toxicology and Pharmaceutics, designed to support cutting-edge academic discovery.

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Most Cited Articles

The Most Cited Articles section features the journal's most impactful research, based on citation counts. These articles have been referenced frequently by other researchers, indicating their significant contribution to their respective fields.

• Scientific Working Group for Forensic Toxicology (SWGTOX) Standard Practices for Method Validation in Forensic Toxicology

  Citation: 740

  Authors:

• Blood Cannabinoids. I. Absorption of THC and Formation of 11-OH-THC and THCCOOH During and After Smoking Marijuana*

  Citation: 405

  Authors: Marilyn A., Jack E., Edward J.

• False-Positive Interferences of Common Urine Drug Screen Immunoassays: A Review

  Citation: 276

  Authors: A., H.-D., R. L.

• Determination of Sulfide in Brain Tissue by Gas Dialysis/Ion Chromatography: Postmortem Studies and Two Case Reports

  Citation: 273

  Authors: L. R., D., F. P., J. D., M. W., R. J., G.

• Mechanisms Underlying Postmortem Redistribution of Drugs: A Review

  Citation: 236

  Authors: Anne-Laure, Jean-Michel, Pierre, Pierre

• Caffeine Content of Specialty Coffees

  Citation: 223

  Authors: R. R., B. A., E. J.

• Prevalence of Drugs Used in Cases of Alleged Sexual Assault

  Citation: 214

  Authors: M.A., S.J.

• Determination of Mercury in Whole Blood and Urine by Inductively Coupled Plasma Mass Spectrometry

  Citation: 212

  Authors: B. M. W., T. S., J. S. K., S.

• Human Pharmacokinetics of Intravenous, Sublingual, and Buccal Buprenorphine

  Citation: 210

  Authors: J. J., S., J., B., W. D., R. E., E. J.

• Extraction and Cleanup Methods for Analysis of Phenolic and Neutral Organohalogens in Plasma

  Citation: 200

  Authors: L., M., L., S., E. Klasson

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