Pyrexia

{
  "id": "MLC-T-CHM-009697",
  "term": "Pyrexia",
  "field": "Chemistry",
  "definition": "An elevation of core body temperature above the normal homeostatic range, also known as fever. This condition is a regulated response to pyrogens, which are fever-inducing substances that alter the thermoregulatory set point in the hypothalamus. A body temperature exceeding 38 °C (100.4 °F) in humans is considered pyrexia.",
  "subject": "Chemistry and Human Health",
  "references": [
    "PAC, 2007, 79, 1153. 'Glossary of terms used in toxicology, 2nd edition (IUPAC Recommendations 2007)' on page 1292 (https://doi.org/10.1351/pac200779071153)"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/chemistry/pyrexia/"
}