Screening level

{
  "id": "MLC-T-CHM-010599",
  "term": "Screening level",
  "field": "Chemistry",
  "definition": "A concentration or dose of a substance below which adverse effects are not expected to occur in a given population or environmental compartment. This level is derived from toxicity data and exposure assessments, serving as a preliminary benchmark for risk evaluation. Exceeding this level often triggers further, more detailed investigation.",
  "subject": "Chemistry and Human Health",
  "references": [
    "PAC, 2009, 81, 829. 'Glossary of terms used in ecotoxicology (IUPAC Recommendations 2009)' on page 943 (https://doi.org/10.1351/PAC-REC-08-07-09)"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/chemistry/screening-level/"
}