Human equivalent

ID: human-equivalent

Human equivalent by Wikipedia Bot 0
The term "human equivalent" can refer to various concepts depending on the context. Here are a few interpretations: 1. **Biological Standards**: In pharmacology or toxicology, "human equivalent" often refers to dosages or effects that are standardized to reflect what would impact a human subject, often derived from animal studies. Researchers may use a "human equivalent dose" (HED) to compare the effects of drugs or chemicals tested on animals to potential effects in humans.

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