Acrylonitrile (ak-ri-low-NYE-tril) at Medical Drugs Glossary

What is Acrylonitrile (ak-ri-low-NYE-tril)? A substance used to make plastics, rubber, and textiles. Being exposed to acrylonitrile may increase the risk of developing certain cancers, such as lung, brain, or prostate cancer.

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