nephrotoxin
/ˈnɛfroʊˌtɑksɪn/
noun
- A substance that is poisonous to the kidneys.
- Certain mushrooms produce a powerful nephrotoxin that can cause kidney failure.
- Ethylene glycol is a nephrotoxin found in antifreeze.
- The lab tested the plant extract to see if it contained any nephrotoxins.
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