Animals in Research

摘要: THIS COMMENTARY is an appeal to American physicians and scientists assume a primary role in defending the use of animals for biomedical research. The historical physician Medical Association (AMA) preserving research was recently reviewed. 1 Few if any Americans—physicians, scientists, or laypersons— would argue against need humane treatment However, balance must be achieved between assurance that are treated humanely legislation severely restrict impede medical progress. Well-financed determined opponents animal have devised potent strategy dismantle through series legislative regulatory initiatives designed increase its cost. These place future health humans at risk ( Washingtonian , vol 21, 1986, p 112; US News World Rep Aug 31,1987, 48). 2-4 Most individuals