Cross-sectional study

{
  "id": "MLC-T-CHM-002732",
  "term": "Cross-sectional study",
  "field": "Chemistry",
  "definition": "An observational research design that measures the prevalence of a health outcome or exposure in a population at a single point in time. This type of study provides a snapshot of the health status and characteristics of a population. Data collection for a cross-sectional study can involve surveys, medical records, or physical examinations.",
  "synonyms": [
    "disease frequency survey",
    "prevalence study"
  ],
  "subject": "Chemistry and Human Health",
  "see_also": [
    "health"
  ],
  "references": [
    "PAC, 2007, 79, 1153. 'Glossary of terms used in toxicology, 2nd edition (IUPAC Recommendations 2007)' on page 1199 (https://doi.org/10.1351/pac200779071153)"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/chemistry/cross-sectional-study/"
}