Animal Experimentation

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ls, that have the exact DNA and genetic make up as humans, therefore, it would be almost pointless to use the results of these tests for human research and medical analysis.
The practice of using animals in applied medical research is highly questionable. Research findings in animals cannot straightforwardly apply to humans (LaFollette). With the difference in organ tissue and overall size and shape of the test subject, it would be dangerous to apply this information to any human subject
There are many who are unconvinced that scientists can learn anything from infecting an animal with a human disease and then trying to find a cure for it. The results cannot be extrapolated to humans. It has been found that animal testing was unnecessary when pressure was applied to cosmetics-industry and product-safety testing 10 years ago (Horvitz 40). The human body fights infection and disease different from animals. There are several factors, which aid in the fight against illness. For example, stress levels, diet, the surrounding environment, even the size of cage for which the animal is studied.
Some universities have found that there are alternatives to use...