Acute Toxicity Testing

Acute toxicity testing assesses the potential harmful effects of a substance after a single or short-term exposure, typically within 24 to 96 hours. It helps determine the dose that could cause adverse effects or death in laboratory animals, providing important safety information. This testing is essential for evaluating the risks of new chemicals, pharmaceuticals, or products before they are used by humans, ensuring they are safe at intended levels and guiding appropriate handling, usage, or storage guidelines.