SUB-CHRONIC (90-360 DAYS)

ORAL TOXICITY

 

PURPOSE:

Characterize the toxicity of a substance and to define a level that produces "no observed adverse effects." NOEL

ANIMALS:

Similar to short-term tests except that twice the number of animals are used.

DOSAGE:

Continuous exposure for at least 90 days.

OBSERVATIONS:

Daily observations.

Tests similar to short-term tests with the addition of some additional organs.