Any drug that causes harm to an embryo is called a(n):

A) carcinogen
B) interferon
C) teratogen
D) allergen


C) teratogen
Any drug that causes harm to an embryo is called a teratogen. Teratogens can also be illnesses that harm embryos. Examples of teratogens include alcohol, cigarette smoke, medications, illegal drugs, some vaccines, certain viral infections, radiation, some occupational chemicals, and maternal autoimmune disorders.

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