teratogenicity

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teratojenite
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The capability to cause malformations or defects to an embryo or foetus
Causation of abnormal development of the embryo (CMD 1997)
the ability to cause malformation of the fetus (birth defects)
the ability of a chemical substance to cause malformations in a human or animal fetus
The ability to cause defects in a developing fetus This is distinct from mutagenicity, which results in genetic mutations in sperms, eggs or other cells Teratogenicity is a potential side effect of many drugs, such as thalidomide
The capacity of a physical or chemical agent to cause teratogenesis in offspring