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Toxicology Studies

Meaning

Toxicology studies are systematic, scientific investigations conducted to identify, characterize, and quantify the adverse effects of a substance, such as a new hormone analogue or pharmaceutical compound, on living organisms. These studies are a mandatory component of preclinical drug development, determining the safe dose range, identifying potential target organ toxicities, and establishing the overall safety profile before human clinical trials can commence. The findings are crucial for risk assessment in hormonal interventions.