Distribution volume

{
  "id": "MLC-T-CHM-003347",
  "term": "Distribution volume",
  "field": "Chemistry",
  "definition": "A theoretical volume that relates the total amount of a drug in the body to its concentration in the plasma or blood at a given time. It reflects how extensively a drug is distributed into body tissues and fluids rather than remaining in the bloodstream. This parameter is expressed in liters or liters per kilogram of body weight.",
  "subject": "Chemistry and Human Health",
  "references": [
    "PAC, 2007, 79, 1153. 'Glossary of terms used in toxicology, 2nd edition (IUPAC Recommendations 2007)' on page 1207 (https://doi.org/10.1351/pac200779071153)"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/chemistry/distribution-volume/"
}