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mutagenic

[ˌmju:tə'dʒenik] n
med. mutagen
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mutagenic [ˌmju:tə'dʒenik] n
med. Causing a mutation, which is a permanent change in the genetic material of a cell or microorganism. A mutation may alter a trait or characteristic of a person or may cause disease. Mutations can be inherited or can occur spontaneously. Before being approved, drugs— including antiretroviral ARV drugs—are tested to assess their potential for mutagenic effects. see also mutation
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