§ 285l–2 — Definitions

In sections 285l–2 to 285l–5 of this title: (1) The term “alternative test method” means a test method that— (A) includes any new or revised test method; and (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) 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.