Biomarker of susceptibility

{
  "id": "MLC-T-CHM-001295",
  "term": "Biomarker of susceptibility",
  "field": "Chemistry",
  "definition": "A measurable indicator that reflects an individual's inherent or acquired predisposition to develop an adverse health effect when exposed to a specific environmental agent. These markers identify individuals or populations at increased risk. Genetic polymorphisms that alter metabolic enzyme activity are common examples of such biomarkers.",
  "synonyms": [
    "susceptibility biomarker"
  ],
  "subject": "Chemistry and Human Health",
  "references": [
    "PAC, 2009, 81, 829. 'Glossary of terms used in ecotoxicology (IUPAC Recommendations 2009)' on page 850 (https://doi.org/10.1351/PAC-REC-08-07-09)"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/chemistry/biomarker-of-susceptibility/"
}