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| An animal in a study that does not receive the treatment being tested. Comparing the health of control animals with the health of treated animals allows researchers to evaluate the effects of a treatment more accurately. |
Previous Definitions: | continuous infusion, continuum of care, contraindication, contralateral, contrast material | Next Definitions: | control group, controlled clinical trial, controlled low-voltage electrical stimulation, controlled study, conventional medicine |
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