animal model

noun

: an animal sufficiently like humans in its anatomy, physiology, or response to a pathogen to be used in medical research in order to obtain results that can be extrapolated to human medicine
also : a pathological or physiological condition that occurs in such an animal and is similar to one occurring in humans

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This avenue has thus far been tested in animal models, and against HSV-1 only. Dr. Tal Patalon, Md, Llb, Forbes, 14 Dec. 2024 In animal models, endometriosis, a secondary cause of dysmenorrhea, led to depression. Kristen Rogers, CNN, 29 Nov. 2024 The researchers are analyzing immune cells in animal models to propose different methods and vaccines to best target, and hopefully reduce, the harmful buildup of Aβ via modulating the body’s own immune system. Linda Chase, Sun Sentinel, 26 Aug. 2024 The lobby is lined with sparkling white marble and littered with glass display cabinets containing golden animal models made by local artisans. Caroline Reid, Forbes, 5 Nov. 2024 See all Example Sentences for animal model 

Word History

First Known Use

1955, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of animal model was in 1955

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“Animal model.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/animal%20model. Accessed 24 Dec. 2024.

Medical Definition

animal model

noun
: an animal sufficiently like humans in its anatomy, physiology, or response to a pathogen to be used in medical research in order to obtain results that can be extrapolated to human medicine
also : a pathological or physiological condition that occurs in such an animal and is similar (as in its pathology or physiology) to a human condition
experimental allergic encephalomyelitis is a useful animal model in the study of multiple sclerosis in humans
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