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Naturally occurring or artificially generated factors that are capable of triggering mutations. Mutagens include chemical substances such as aflatoxins (see Aspergillus flavus below), benzpyrene, nitrosamines as well as high-energy radiation such as short-wave UV rays, X-rays. Mutagens can have a carcinogenic effect. ..
Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer