hepatotoxin (Meaning)

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hepatotoxin (n)

any toxin that affects the liver

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Alcohol is a well-known hepatotoxin that can damage the liver over time.
Certain medications, such as acetaminophen, can be hepatotoxic if taken in excessive doses.
Industrial solvents like trichloroethylene are known hepatotoxins that can have severe effects on the liver.
Hepatitis viruses, such as hepatitis B and C, are hepatotoxic and can cause liver inflammation and damage.
Aflatoxins, found in contaminated grains, are powerful hepatotoxins that can lead to liver failure.
The mushroom Amanita phalloides contains amatoxins, which are highly hepatotoxic and can be fatal if ingested.
Carbon tetrachloride, used in industrial degreasing, is a hepatotoxin that can cause severe liver damage and even death.
Exposure to certain heavy metals, such as lead and mercury, can have hepatotoxic effects.
Chronic inflammation of the liver, known as hepatitis, can lead to hepatotoxin accumulation and liver damage.
Liver biopsies can be used to assess the extent of hepatotoxin-induced damage and monitor the effectiveness of treatment.

any toxin that affects the liver

No synonyms found.

No antonyms found.

Alcohol is a well-known hepatotoxin that can damage the liver over time.

Certain medications, such as acetaminophen, can be hepatotoxic if taken in excessive doses.

Industrial solvents like trichloroethylene are known hepatotoxins that can have severe effects on the liver.

Hepatitis viruses, such as hepatitis B and C, are hepatotoxic and can cause liver inflammation and damage.