Why are sheep used in medical & scientific research?

Only 2% of total procedures in Great Britain are carried out on sheep but they play an important role in studying neurodegenerative diseases. This is because they have similar neuroanatomical structures as humans.

Last edited: 10 April 2024 10:22

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