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mutagen

CHEBI:CHEBI_25435

Definition

An agent that increases the frequency of mutations above the normal background level, usually by interacting directly with DNA and causing it damage, including base substitution.

Alternative Names

  • mutagene
  • mutagenes
  • mutagenic agent
  • mutageno
  • mutagenos
  • mutagens

Treatment Applications

Drug Classification

Important Medical Information

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Additional Identifiers

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Additional References

Wikipedia:Mutagen

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