teratogens

Examples of teratogens in the following topics:

• Teratogens

  • A teratogen is a compound that permanently deforms the function or structure of a developing embryo or fetus.
  • A teratogen is a compound that permanently deforms the function or structure of a developing embryo or fetus in utero.
  • In general, the degree of teratogenicity depends on:
  • Women may encounter a number of teratogens.
  • Alcohol is a teratogen.

• Congenital Defects

  • Any substance that causes birth defects is known as a teratogen.

• Fifth Through Eighth Weeks of Development

  • During this time, the embryo is extremely susceptible to the effects of teratogens.