CLINICAL TRIALS IN HUMANS

Explain the relevance of preclinical studies to the development of clinical trials in humans.

Explain the relevance of preclinical studies to the development of clinical trials in humans.

Introduction

Before a potential new drug can generate revenues and earnings for a biotechnology company, it has to pass important preclinical, clinical and regulatory hurdles. While positive development updates can cause a steep raise in stock price, failure or delay can lead to depreciation and significant declines in a biotechnology company's share prices.

Discussion

Before a biotech drug can be sold over the counter or with a prescription, it must undergo rigorous testing. Clinical trials ...