Hit-and-run effect

{
  "id": "MLC-T-CHM-005324",
  "term": "Hit-and-run effect",
  "field": "Chemistry",
  "definition": "A toxicological phenomenon where a transient exposure to a substance causes persistent or delayed adverse effects, even after the substance has been eliminated from the body. The initial interaction triggers a cascade of events that continues independently. This effect is often observed with genotoxic carcinogens.",
  "subject": "Chemistry and Human Health",
  "references": [
    "PAC, 2007, 79, 1153. 'Glossary of terms used in toxicology, 2nd edition (IUPAC Recommendations 2007)' on page 1237 (https://doi.org/10.1351/pac200779071153)"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/chemistry/hit-and-run-effect/"
}