Table 1.
Summary of exposure durations used in this study.
| Assay | Start of Exposure | End of Exposure | Justification |
|---|---|---|---|
| Toxicity | 8 hpf | 120 hpf | Standard toxicity assay that encompasses entire organogenesis period |
| Larval behavior | 8-10 hpf (note: larvae exposed from 8 to 58 hpf exhibit behavioral effects identical to those exposed from 10 to 58 hpf) | 58 hpf | Narrowest window of exposure that leads to behavioral effects (narrow exposure window provides target organ clues); encompasses peak CNS development |
| Uptake/tissue dose | 8 hpf | 58 hpf | Intended to closely match the larval behavior test exposure |
| Adult behavior | 8 hpf | 120 hpf | Encompasses entire organogenesis period; intended to maximize chance of detecting behavioral effects in adults |