Animal testing

3. The genetic material shared by all living organisms, including humans and animals, which allows researchers to study similarities in biology and disease.
6. The Animal Welfare Act, a United States law that sets standards for the care and treatment of animals used in research.
8. organisms used in research because of their biological similarities to humans, helping scientists study diseases and treatments.
9. A belief held by many critics that animal testing involves causing unnecessary pain or suffering to animals.
11. Small mammals, such as mice and rats, are commonly used in laboratory research because they reproduce quickly and are easy to study.
13. A set of ethical guidelines used in animal research that stands for Reduction, Replacement, and Refinement, aimed at minimizing the use and suffering of animals.
14. A physical sensation of discomfort or suffering that is a major concern in discussions about the ethics of animal testing.
17. The length of time an organism is expected to live, with shorter-lived animals often used in research to observe results more quickly.
18. A key goal of scientific testing, ensuring that drugs or treatments are safe for use before being given to humans.

1. TESTING The process of evaluating new drugs, treatments, or procedures, often conducted on animals before human clinical trials.
2. The well-being and humane treatment of animals, which laws and guidelines are designed to protect during research.
4. A serious medical condition that affects how the body processes blood sugar, often studied through animal research to develop better treatments and management methods.
5. A condition that affects the normal functioning of the body in animals and humans, often causing illness and studied through testing to develop treatments.
7. A term describing the type of testing conducted on living creatures before treatments are approved for human use.
10. A set of research guidelines focused on reducing the number of animals used, refining experimental methods, and seeking replacements when possible.
12. Moral principles that guide decisions and debates about whether animal testing is right or wrong.
15. The National Institutes of Health, a major organization that funds and supports medical research, including studies involving animals.
16. A serious and often life-threatening disease involving uncontrolled cell growth, frequently studied using animals to develop new treatments.
19. An organization known as the Animal Welfare Institute that works to promote the humane treatment and protection of animals.