Embryotoxicity

{
  "id": "MLC-T-CHM-003842",
  "term": "Embryotoxicity",
  "field": "Chemistry",
  "definition": "The adverse effects exerted by a chemical or physical agent on the developing embryo, leading to structural malformations, growth retardation, or embryonic death. This toxicity can manifest at any stage of embryonic development, from conception through organogenesis. Embryotoxicity is often assessed in preclinical studies using animal models.",
  "subject": "Chemistry and Human Health",
  "references": [
    "PAC, 2007, 79, 1153. 'Glossary of terms used in toxicology, 2nd edition (IUPAC Recommendations 2007)' on page 1212 (https://doi.org/10.1351/pac200779071153)"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/chemistry/embryotoxicity/"
}