42 U.S.C. § 285l2 - Definitions

42 USC 285l2 - Definitions

In sections 285l–2 to 285l–5 of this title:
(1) Alternative test method 
The term alternative test method means a test method that
(A) includes any new or revised test method; and
(B) 
(i) reduces the number of animals required;
(ii) refines procedures to lessen or eliminate pain or distress to animals, or enhances animal well-being; or
(iii) replaces animals with non-animal systems or one animal species with a phylogenetically lower animal species, such as replacing a mammal with an invertebrate.
(2) ICCVAM test recommendation 
The term ICCVAM test recommendation means a summary report prepared by the ICCVAM characterizing the results of a scientific expert peer review of a test method.

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