Lesion

{
  "id": "MLC-T-CHM-006518",
  "term": "Lesion",
  "field": "Chemistry",
  "definition": "Any structural or functional change in a tissue, organ, or part of an organism resulting from disease or injury. In toxicology, lesions are caused by exposure to a chemical substance and can range from microscopic cellular damage to macroscopic changes like tumors or necrosis. The location, size, and character of a lesion are key endpoints in assessing the toxicity of a compound.",
  "subject": "Chemistry and Human Health",
  "references": [
    "PAC, 2007, 79, 1153. 'Glossary of terms used in toxicology, 2nd edition (IUPAC Recommendations 2007)' on page 1250 (https://doi.org/10.1351/pac200779071153)"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/chemistry/lesion/"
}