Plumbism

{
  "id": "MLC-T-CHM-009045",
  "term": "Plumbism",
  "field": "Chemistry",
  "definition": "The medical condition resulting from lead poisoning, characterized by a range of symptoms affecting multiple organ systems. Chronic exposure to lead can cause neurological damage, gastrointestinal issues, anemia, and kidney dysfunction. Diagnosis often involves measuring lead levels in the blood, with a typical threshold for concern around 5 micrograms per deciliter.",
  "synonyms": [
    "saturnism"
  ],
  "subject": "Chemistry and Human Health",
  "references": [
    "PAC, 2007, 79, 1153. 'Glossary of terms used in toxicology, 2nd edition (IUPAC Recommendations 2007)' on page 1285 (https://doi.org/10.1351/pac200779071153)"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/chemistry/plumbism/"
}