What is the Relationship between Genotoxicity and Carcinogenicity?
There is a significant overlap between genotoxicity and carcinogenicity. Many genotoxic agents are also carcinogens, as the genetic damage they cause can lead to the uncontrolled cell division characteristic of cancer. However, not all carcinogens are genotoxic; some may induce cancer through other mechanisms, such as chronic inflammation or hormonal disruption.
