Lecture 9 Flashcards
1
Q
What is read-across?
A
process by which endpoint information for one or more data-rich chemicals is used to make predictions for one or more data-poor chemicals, that are considered to be similar
2
Q
What is the analogue approach
A
small number of structurally similar source compounds to the target compounds. there is no trend (yet)
3
Q
category approach
A
many source compounds are used to predict the hazard of one or more target compounds. there is a consistent trend
4
Q
What is RAAF
A
OECD read-across assessment framework: ensures that crucial scientific aspects of the read-across are evaluated.
