What are Some Commonly Used Standardized Protocols?
Several standardized protocols are widely used in toxicology:
1. OECD Guidelines for the Testing of Chemicals: These are internationally accepted protocols developed by the OECD for assessing the environmental and health risks of chemicals. They cover various tests, including acute and chronic toxicity, mutagenicity, and ecotoxicology.
2. Good Laboratory Practice (GLP): GLP ensures the integrity and quality of non-clinical laboratory studies. It encompasses organizational processes and conditions under which studies are planned, performed, monitored, recorded, reported, and archived.
3. ICH Guidelines: The International Council for Harmonisation of Technical Requirements for Pharmaceuticals for Human Use (ICH) provides guidelines that ensure the safety, quality, and efficacy of medicines. These include protocols for toxicological evaluations essential for drug development.
