What Are Some Alternatives to Using Rodents in Toxicology?
Alternatives to rodent use in toxicology include in vitro methods, such as cell culture systems, and computational models like in silico modeling. These methods can reduce the number of animals used and provide complementary data. However, they often cannot fully replicate the complex interactions that occur in a living organism, making rodents still essential in many contexts. Efforts continue to enhance these alternative methods to eventually replace animal testing where possible.
