Bioethics and animal testing. A review of scientific praxis in Mexico

Abstract

This study examines the experimental use of non-human animals in Mexico from a bioethical approach. For this purpose, a survey was applied to researchers who develop research lines with animals (specifically chordates) to know the ethical and technical aspects related to their use. When analyzing the data, it was concluded that there is a partial use of the 3 R’s of Russell and Burch, as well as irregularities related to the application of transport protocols, exclusive zones for experimentation, use of substances and tools in the slaughter process required by the NOM-062-ZOO-1999 and the Terrestrial Code.

Keywords

• bioethics
• animal testing
• scientific research