Acute toxicity test

{
  "id": "MLC-T-CHM-000208",
  "term": "Acute toxicity test",
  "field": "Chemistry",
  "definition": "A study conducted to determine the adverse effects that occur within a short period after a single exposure to a substance or multiple exposures within 24 hours. This test assesses the immediate toxic potential of a chemical. The observation period for mortality and other effects typically extends for 14 days after exposure.",
  "synonyms": [
    "short-term toxicity test"
  ],
  "subject": "Chemistry and Human Health",
  "see_also": [
    "chronic toxicity test"
  ],
  "references": [
    "PAC, 2007, 79, 1153. 'Glossary of terms used in toxicology, 2nd edition (IUPAC Recommendations 2007)' on page 1160 (https://doi.org/10.1351/pac200779071153)"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/chemistry/acute-toxicity-test/"
}