Malignancy

{
  "id": "MLC-T-CHM-006940",
  "term": "Malignancy",
  "field": "Chemistry",
  "definition": "The state of being malignant, characterized by uncontrolled cell growth, invasion of surrounding tissues, and the potential to metastasize to distant sites. This condition is synonymous with cancer and represents a severe and life-threatening disease. Malignancy is often associated with genetic mutations that disrupt normal cell cycle regulation.",
  "subject": "Chemistry and Human Health",
  "references": [
    "PAC, 2007, 79, 1153. 'Glossary of terms used in toxicology, 2nd edition (IUPAC Recommendations 2007)' on page 1254 (https://doi.org/10.1351/pac200779071153)"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/chemistry/malignancy/"
}