Concept information
Preferred term
epiocular assay
Definition
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A non-animal test method developed in the search for a replacement for the Draize rabbit eye test. This test is an in vitro model of the human corneal epithelium used to evaluate the eye irritation potential of chemicals, particularly surfactants.
Broader concept
In other languages
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Spanish
URI
https://lod.nal.usda.gov/nalt/10364778
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