What Are the Limitations of Using Laboratory Animals?
Despite their utility, laboratory animals have inherent limitations. One major challenge is the species differences between animals and humans, which can lead to discrepancies in how a substance affects each. These differences can result in inaccurate predictions of human responses. Additionally, maintaining laboratory animals is costly and time-consuming, and ethical concerns often limit the scope of studies. These challenges drive the ongoing search for alternative methods, such as computer modeling and organ-on-a-chip technologies, to complement animal-based research.
