Risk characterisation

{
  "id": "MLC-T-CHM-010376",
  "term": "Risk characterisation",
  "field": "Chemistry",
  "definition": "The final step in a risk assessment, where the results of hazard identification, dose-response assessment, and exposure assessment are integrated to estimate the incidence and severity of adverse effects. This involves describing the nature and magnitude of the risk, including uncertainties. It provides a summary of the potential health or environmental impacts.",
  "subject": "Chemistry and Human Health",
  "see_also": [
    "hazard identification",
    "population"
  ],
  "references": [
    "PAC, 2009, 81, 829. 'Glossary of terms used in ecotoxicology (IUPAC Recommendations 2009)' on page 940 (https://doi.org/10.1351/PAC-REC-08-07-09)"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/chemistry/risk-characterisation/"
}