Azoxymethane Explained

Azoxymethane (AOM) is a carcinogenic and neurotoxic chemical compound used in biological research. It is the oxide of azomethane and is particularly effective for the induction of a colon carcinoma.[1]

Notes and References

  1. 10.4161/cbt.8.14.8983 . The signal pathways in azoxymethane-induced colon cancer and preventive implications . 2009 . Chen . Jiezhong . Huang . Xu-Feng . Cancer Biology & Therapy . 8 . 14 . 1313–1317 . 19502780 .

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