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§ 285l–2. Definitions
In sections 285l–2 to 285l–5 of this title:
(1) Alternative test method
The term “alternative test method” means a test method that—
(A) includes any new or revised test method; and
(B)
(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) ICCVAM test recommendation
(Pub. L. 106–545, § 2, Dec. 19, 2000, 114 Stat. 2721.)