The Ames test is a method for detecting
Mutagenesis in bacteria The Ames test is carried out in Salmonella and detects mutations in the bacterial DNA. Because mutagenic potential is associated with carcinogenic risk for many chemicals, the Ames test is often used to claim that a paicular agent may be a carcinogen. However, the test itself only detects mutations.
Carcinogenesis in rodents
Carcinogenesis in primates
Teratogenesis in any mammalian species
Mutagenesis in bacteria