Using Animals for Testing: Pros Versus Cons. By: Ian Murnaghan BSc (hons), MSc - Updated: 13 Sep 2019| *Discuss There are many pros and cons to the practice of animal testing.
Unfortunately, neither seem to fully tip the scale to a side that pleases everyone – including the general public, government and scientists. Explanation. The Three R's. Is this Ethical? The Earmouse. Explanation. Helps Both Sides. Not the Animals. Use of animals in medical research The MRC considers the use of animals to be essential in biomedical research in order to better understand the living body and what goes wrong in disease, and to develop safe and effective ways of preventing or treating those diseases.
In accordance with the law, research using animals is only undertaken when there is no alternative research technique and the expected benefits outweigh any adverse effects. Animals are used to gain a knowledge and understanding of some cell structures and physiological and pathological processes. Whilst it is acknowledged that animal models are not a perfect model for humans, the use of animals in biomedical research remains essential. Explanation. Animal Testing is Essential.
No Proven Benefits. Examples of The Benefits. But are humans more superior to humans?