Birth defect

{
  "id": "MLC-T-CHM-001346",
  "term": "Birth defect",
  "field": "Chemistry",
  "definition": "A structural, functional, or metabolic abnormality present at birth that results from genetic, environmental, or unknown factors during prenatal development. These conditions can range from mild to severe and may affect any body part or system. Examples include congenital heart defects or neural tube defects.",
  "synonyms": [
    "congenital defect"
  ],
  "subject": "Chemistry and Human Health",
  "see_also": [
    "birth",
    "congenital malformation"
  ],
  "references": [
    "PAC, 2016, 88, 713. 'Glossary of terms used in developmental and reproductive toxicology (IUPAC Recommendations 2016)' on page 730 (https://doi.org/10.1515/pac-2015-1202)"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/chemistry/birth-defect/"
}