Mutogenic and carcinogenic are terms we use for causing mutation and cancer causing.SanjuktaGhosh said:I did a little research, but I'm not fully confident if what I found is correct.
Cytotoxic: Anything that kills cells (including cancer cells).
Cytogenotoxic: Anything that mutates the DNA of a cell (can lead to cancer).
Genotoxicity from a search relates to an affect on the DNA but not necessarily a mutation. So it may affect protein synthesis, gene regulation etc.pinball1970 said:Mutogenic and carcinogenic are terms we use for causing mutation and cancer causing.
Remember most mutations are neutral.
Cytotoxic is poisonous to the cell.
Cytotoxic and cytogenotoxic are terms used to describe substances or agents that can cause damage to cells in the body. Cytotoxicity refers to the ability of a substance to kill cells, while cytogenotoxicity refers to the ability of a substance to cause damage to the genetic material of cells.
Examples of cytotoxic substances include chemotherapy drugs, certain pesticides, and environmental toxins. Cytogenotoxic substances can include radiation, certain chemicals found in food or water, and some medications.
Cytotoxic substances primarily target and kill cells, while cytogenotoxic substances can cause damage to the DNA of cells, potentially leading to mutations and other genetic abnormalities.
Yes, some substances can have both cytotoxic and cytogenotoxic effects. For example, certain chemotherapy drugs can both kill cells and cause damage to their DNA.
The effects of cytotoxic and cytogenotoxic substances can be measured through various laboratory tests, such as cell viability assays and genetic tests. These tests can help determine the extent of damage to cells and their genetic material caused by these substances.