integral indicator of toxic effect

https://doi.org/10.1351/goldbook.15821
Parameter (such as body weight or temperature) characterizing the overall changes in the general state of the organism exposed to a toxic substance.
Source:
PAC, 2007, 79, 1153. (Glossary of terms used in toxicology, 2nd edition (IUPAC Recommendations 2007)) on page 1245 [Terms] [Paper]