Preferred Term:
microcystins
Definition:
Cyclic heptapeptides found in Microcystis and other Cyanobacteria. Hepatotoxic and carcinogenic effects have been noted. They are sometimes called cyanotoxins, which should not be confused with chemicals containing a cyano group (CN) which are toxic.
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https://lod.nal.usda.gov/nalt/30968
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