Etiology

{
  "id": "MLC-T-CHM-013082",
  "term": "Etiology",
  "field": "Chemistry",
  "definition": "The study of the causes or origins of diseases or abnormal conditions. This field investigates the factors that contribute to the development of a particular health problem, encompassing genetic, environmental, and lifestyle influences. Understanding the etiology of a disease guides research into its prevention and therapy.",
  "synonyms": [
    "aetiology"
  ],
  "subject": "Chemistry and Human Health",
  "see_also": [
    "disease"
  ],
  "references": [
    "PAC, 2007, 79, 1153. 'Glossary of terms used in toxicology, 2nd edition (IUPAC Recommendations 2007)' on page 1218 (https://doi.org/10.1351/pac200779071153)"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/chemistry/etiology/"
}