Intermittent effect

{
  "id": "MLC-T-CHM-005957",
  "term": "Intermittent effect",
  "field": "Chemistry",
  "definition": "A toxicological effect that occurs sporadically or with periods of remission, rather than continuously, following exposure to a substance. This pattern of effect can be influenced by the dose, frequency of exposure, or the biological half-life of the toxicant. It contrasts with a persistent or continuous effect.",
  "synonyms": [
    "discontinuous effect"
  ],
  "subject": "Chemistry and Human Health",
  "references": [
    "PAC, 2007, 79, 1153. 'Glossary of terms used in toxicology, 2nd edition (IUPAC Recommendations 2007)' on page 1246 (https://doi.org/10.1351/pac200779071153)"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/chemistry/intermittent-effect/"
}