Aplasia
Term · Chemistry · MLC-T-CHM-000733
The incomplete or defective development of an organ or tissue, resulting in its absence or severe underdevelopment. This condition can be congenital, meaning present at birth, or acquired later in life. For example, aplastic anemia involves the failure of bone marrow to produce blood cells.
| Identifier | MLC-T-CHM-000733 |
|---|---|
| Field | Chemistry |
| Subject | Chemistry and Human Health |
| References | PAC, 2007, 79, 1153. 'Glossary of terms used in toxicology, 2nd edition (IUPAC Recommendations 2007)' on page 1170 (https://doi.org/10.1351/pac200779071153) |
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