Interstitial pneumonia

{
  "id": "MLC-T-CHM-005991",
  "term": "Interstitial pneumonia",
  "field": "Chemistry",
  "definition": "An inflammatory condition affecting the interstitium of the lung, which is the tissue and space around the air sacs (alveoli), blood vessels, and airways. This inflammation can lead to scarring (fibrosis) and impaired gas exchange, resulting in symptoms like shortness of breath and cough. Diagnosis often involves imaging and lung biopsy.",
  "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/interstitial-pneumonia/"
}