What Are the Key Components of Preclinical Trials?
Preclinical trials generally consist of the following components: - In Vitro Studies: Laboratory tests conducted on cell cultures to evaluate the biological activity of the substance. - In Vivo Studies: Experiments conducted on animals to assess the safety and efficacy of the intervention. - Toxicology Studies: These studies determine the potential toxic effects of a substance, including acute toxicity, chronic toxicity, carcinogenicity, and reproductive toxicity. - Pharmacokinetic Studies: These studies analyze how the drug is absorbed, distributed, metabolized, and excreted in the body.
