Tissue dose

{
  "id": "MLC-T-CHM-012082",
  "term": "Tissue dose",
  "field": "Chemistry",
  "definition": "The concentration of a toxic substance or its metabolites within a specific tissue or organ of the body. This measurement reflects the actual amount of a chemical that has reached and accumulated in the target site, rather than the external exposure. It is a more accurate indicator of potential toxic effects than external exposure levels.",
  "subject": "Chemistry and Human Health",
  "references": [
    "PAC, 2007, 79, 1153. 'Glossary of terms used in toxicology, 2nd edition (IUPAC Recommendations 2007)' on page 1322 (https://doi.org/10.1351/pac200779071153)"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/chemistry/tissue-dose/"
}