'Darwinian' test uncovers an antidepressant's hidden toxicity
Monday, December 15, 2014 - 17:01
in Health & Medicine
The organismal performance assay detects subtle toxic effects by subjecting mice to a relentless, Darwinian competition for food, shelter and mates. If there is a defect in any physiological system, it is more likely to stand out if test animals have to compete for resources, scientists say.