Stochastic effect

{
  "id": "MLC-T-CHM-011425",
  "term": "Stochastic effect",
  "field": "Chemistry",
  "definition": "A biological effect whose probability of occurrence is a function of dose, without a threshold, and whose severity is independent of dose. These effects are typically associated with low-level exposures to agents like radiation or certain carcinogens. Cancer and heritable genetic mutations are prime examples of stochastic effects.",
  "subject": "Chemistry and Human Health",
  "see_also": [
    "dose",
    "probability"
  ],
  "references": [
    "PAC, 2001, 73, 993. 'Risk assessment for occupational exposure to chemicals. A review of current methodology (IUPAC Technical Report)' on page 1023 (https://doi.org/10.1351/pac200173060993)"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/chemistry/stochastic-effect/"
}