Mycotoxin

{
  "id": "MLC-T-CHM-007716",
  "term": "Mycotoxin",
  "field": "Chemistry",
  "definition": "A toxic secondary metabolite produced by fungi, particularly molds, that can contaminate food and feed. These compounds can cause a range of adverse health effects in humans and animals, from acute poisoning to long-term effects like cancer. Aflatoxins, produced by Aspergillus species, are a prominent example.",
  "subject": "Chemistry and Human Health",
  "references": [
    "PAC, 2007, 79, 1153. 'Glossary of terms used in toxicology, 2nd edition (IUPAC Recommendations 2007)' on page 1268 (https://doi.org/10.1351/pac200779071153)"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/chemistry/mycotoxin/"
}