Hypersusceptibility

{
  "id": "MLC-T-CHM-005528",
  "term": "Hypersusceptibility",
  "field": "Chemistry",
  "definition": "An increased likelihood of an individual to develop an adverse health effect when exposed to a particular chemical or environmental agent. This heightened sensitivity can be due to genetic factors, pre-existing medical conditions, or previous exposures. It implies a lower threshold for toxicity compared to the general population.",
  "subject": "Chemistry and Human Health",
  "see_also": [
    "allergen"
  ],
  "references": [
    "PAC, 2012, 84, 1113. 'IUPAC glossary of terms used in immunotoxicology (IUPAC Recommendations 2012)' on page 1180 (https://doi.org/10.1351/PAC-REC-11-06-03)"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/chemistry/hypersusceptibility/"
}