Biomedical Law
/ˌbaɪoʊˈmɛdɪkəl lɔː/
Definitions
- (n.) The branch of law dealing with legal issues arising from medical, biological, and biotechnological fields.
Biomedical law addresses ethical concerns in genetic research and patient rights.
- (n.) Regulations and statutes governing clinical trials, medical practice, and biotechnology patents.
Compliance with biomedical law is essential for pharmaceutical companies conducting drug trials.
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Commentary
Biomedical law often intersects with bioethics and healthcare regulations, requiring multidisciplinary understanding.
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