Genetic toxicology

{
  "id": "MLC-T-CHM-004840",
  "term": "Genetic toxicology",
  "field": "Chemistry",
  "definition": "The study of agents that interact with deoxyribonucleic acid (DNA) and cause damage, leading to mutations or other alterations in the genetic material. This field investigates the mechanisms by which chemicals, radiation, or other factors induce genotoxicity. Assays in genetic toxicology include the Ames test and chromosomal aberration tests.",
  "subject": "Chemistry and Human Health",
  "references": [
    "PAC, 2007, 79, 1153. 'Glossary of terms used in toxicology, 2nd edition (IUPAC Recommendations 2007)' on page 1228 (https://doi.org/10.1351/pac200779071153)"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/chemistry/genetic-toxicology/"
}