Endotoxin

{
  "id": "MLC-T-CHM-003907",
  "term": "Endotoxin",
  "field": "Chemistry",
  "definition": "A toxic component of the outer membrane of Gram-negative bacteria, primarily composed of lipopolysaccharide (LPS). It is released upon bacterial cell lysis and can trigger a strong inflammatory response in a host organism. Exposure to endotoxins can lead to fever, shock, and organ damage, with concentrations as low as 0.1 ng/mL capable of inducing pyrogenic effects.",
  "subject": "Chemistry and Human Health",
  "references": [
    "PAC, 2012, 84, 1113. 'IUPAC glossary of terms used in immunotoxicology (IUPAC Recommendations 2012)' on page 1161 (https://doi.org/10.1351/PAC-REC-11-06-03)"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/chemistry/endotoxin/"
}