Early life stage test

{
  "id": "MLC-T-CHM-003540",
  "term": "Early life stage test",
  "field": "Chemistry",
  "definition": "A toxicity test conducted on aquatic organisms during their most sensitive developmental stages, typically from fertilization through hatching and early juvenile growth. This type of test assesses the effects of chemical exposure on endpoints such as survival, growth, and development. It is a standard method for evaluating the chronic toxicity of substances to aquatic life.",
  "synonyms": [
    "ELS test"
  ],
  "subject": "Chemistry and Human Health",
  "references": [
    "PAC, 2016, 88, 713. 'Glossary of terms used in developmental and reproductive toxicology (IUPAC Recommendations 2016)' on page 746 (https://doi.org/10.1515/pac-2015-1202)"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/chemistry/early-life-stage-test/"
}