Teratogen

{
  "id": "MLC-T-CHM-011866",
  "term": "Teratogen",
  "field": "Chemistry",
  "definition": "A chemical, physical, or biological agent that can cause structural or functional abnormalities in an embryo or fetus following exposure of the pregnant female. The effects are dependent on the timing of exposure during gestation, with the first trimester being a period of high susceptibility for major structural defects. Examples of teratogenic agents include thalidomide, alcohol, and certain viral infections like rubella.",
  "subject": "Chemistry and Human Health",
  "see_also": [
    "birth",
    "birth defect",
    "fetus",
    "gamete",
    "malformation",
    "morphogen"
  ],
  "references": [
    "PAC, 2016, 88, 713. 'Glossary of terms used in developmental and reproductive toxicology (IUPAC Recommendations 2016)' on page 811 (https://doi.org/10.1515/pac-2015-1202)"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/chemistry/teratogen/"
}