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UNPROVEN TERATOGEN [1 record]

Record 1 2018-02-16

English

Subject field(s)
  • Phraseology
  • Toxicology
  • Embryology
CONT

When developing workplace labels, employers should attempt to use simpler language. ... instead of "proven teratogen", use "known to cause defects in newborns".

CONT

Proven or suspected teratogen ...

Key term(s)
  • unproven teratogen

French

Domaine(s)
  • Phraséologie
  • Toxicologie
  • Embryologie
OBS

agents tératogènes : agents mécaniques, chimiques, physiques ou microbiens qui, appliqués à l'œuf ou à l'embryon en cours de développement, déterminent des formes monstrueuses.

Spanish

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