Induced abortion

{
  "id": "MLC-T-CHM-005792",
  "term": "Induced abortion",
  "field": "Chemistry",
  "definition": "The deliberate termination of a pregnancy before the fetus has attained viability, resulting in its death. This procedure is distinct from a spontaneous abortion, or miscarriage, which is the unintended loss of a pregnancy. Induced abortions are performed through medical means, using drugs like mifepristone, or through surgical procedures.",
  "subject": "Chemistry and Human Health",
  "see_also": [
    "fetus",
    "pregnancy"
  ],
  "references": [
    "PAC, 2016, 88, 713. 'Glossary of terms used in developmental and reproductive toxicology (IUPAC Recommendations 2016)' on page 715 (https://doi.org/10.1515/pac-2015-1202)"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/chemistry/induced-abortion/"
}