Lowest published lethal dose

Lowest published lethal dose

In toxicology, the LDLo (Lethal Dose Low) is the lowest dosage per unit of bodyweight (typically stated in milligrams per kilogram) of a substance known to have resulted in fatality in a particular animal species. When quoting an LDLo, the particular species and method of administration ("e.g." ingested, inhaled, intravenous) are typically stated.

See also

* Certain safety factor
* Lowest published toxic dose (TDLo)
* Median lethal dose (LD50)
* Lethal dose


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