Hormone disruption occurs when synthetic chemicals interfere with the body’s endocrine system, altering natural hormone production, signaling, or metabolism. This concept is central to toxicology and environmental health research. It helps scientists assess chemical safety, while regulators, healthcare providers, and consumers benefit by identifying risks, preventing exposure, and safeguarding reproductive, metabolic, and developmental health.
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