Phototoxicity test

{
  "id": "MLC-T-CHM-008938",
  "term": "Phototoxicity test",
  "field": "Chemistry",
  "definition": "An in vitro or in vivo assay designed to assess the potential of a chemical to cause phototoxic reactions. These tests expose cells or organisms to a substance and then to light, observing for signs of cellular damage or adverse effects. The 3T3 Neutral Red Uptake Phototoxicity Test is a commonly used in vitro method.",
  "subject": "Chemistry and Human Health",
  "see_also": [
    "systemic"
  ],
  "references": [
    "PAC, 2012, 84, 1113. 'IUPAC glossary of terms used in immunotoxicology (IUPAC Recommendations 2012)' on page 1229 (https://doi.org/10.1351/PAC-REC-11-06-03)"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/chemistry/phototoxicity-test/"
}