Preclinical Test (Noun)
Meaning
A laboratory test of a new drug or a new invasive medical device on animal subjects; conducted to gather evidence justifying a clinical trial.
Classification
Nouns denoting acts or actions.
Examples
- The pharmaceutical company conducted a preclinical test on mice to assess the efficacy and safety of their new cancer treatment.
- Researchers performed a preclinical test of the new implantable device on rabbits to evaluate its biocompatibility and functionality.
- The preclinical test results of the experimental vaccine showed promising results in protecting against the virus in animal subjects.
- Before proceeding to human trials, the medical device manufacturer conducted a preclinical test of their new stent on pigs to assess its performance.
- The preclinical test data of the new compound indicated its potential as a therapeutic agent for treating neurological disorders.