Toxicity test

{
  "id": "MLC-T-CHM-012168",
  "term": "Toxicity test",
  "field": "Chemistry",
  "definition": "An experimental study designed to determine the degree and nature of the adverse effects of a substance on a test organism. These tests follow specific protocols to assess effects from acute (short-term) or chronic (long-term) exposure under controlled laboratory conditions. The results are used to establish dose-response relationships and to estimate safe levels of exposure for humans or other species.",
  "subject": "Chemistry and Human Health",
  "references": [
    "PAC, 2007, 79, 1153. 'Glossary of terms used in toxicology, 2nd edition (IUPAC Recommendations 2007)' on page 1325 (https://doi.org/10.1351/pac200779071153)"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/chemistry/toxicity-test/"
}