Custom Synthesis

Ecotoxicology

Environmental fate

Induced Disease Models

In vitro techniques

Toxicology

Metabolism Identification

Stability Testing

Pharmacokinetics and Metabolism

Regulatory Affairs

Residue Studies

Target Animal Safety

Veterinary Clinical Trials

Support Services

Toxicology Consultancy

 

Pharmacokinetics and Metabolism

Pharmacokinetic studies are used to demonstrate bioavailability and bioequivalence of veterinary products in the target animals. We have the experience and expertise to design, carry out and report all necessary pharmacokinetics studies. For the interpretation of results, our experts use our specialist pharmacokinetics and statistics software, and prepare expert reports. They also establish relationship of pharmacokinetic data to MICs as needed for anti-infectives

Metabolism studies provide valuable information for the assessment of the potential risks to man and target animal species.

These investigations include the identification of the marker residues in edible tissues, milk or eggs, which will be defined as the residues to be quantified in subsequent residue studies used to derive Maximum Residue Limits (MRLs). This work can involve the identification of previously unknown metabolites in the matrix of concern, using techniques such as LC/MS/MS.

We have extensive experience in the use of radiolabelled compounds in conducting absorption, distribution, metabolism and excretion (ADME) studies in target animals. We can also offer to synthesise radiolabelled test substances.

At Huntingdon Life Sciences, our Department of Large Animal and Avian Studies provides an extensive and fully equipped range of accommodation for farm and companion animals, adaptable for either group or individual housing.

  • Cattle, lactating dairy cows, sheep, goat
  • Poultry: chickens, turkeys, ducks
  • Pigs
  • Cats, dogs, rabbits and small companion animals