BusinessAugust 23, 2026
genotoxicity
jen-oh-tok-SIS-ih-tee
Definition
The property of a chemical substance or material to damage the genetic information within a cell, potentially causing mutations or cancer.
Etymology
The word is derived from the Greek 'genos' (race, offspring, or origin) and the Greek 'toxikon' (poison). It entered modern scientific English to describe the specific ability of agents to be toxic to the DNA or genes of an organism.
In the news
The article lists genotoxicity testing as a rigorous requirement that implantable-grade silicone materials must pass to ensure patient safety before they can be approved for medical use.
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