Nonclinical (adjective)

  1. Not related to or concerned with the medical treatment of patients in a clinical setting.
  2. Not characterized by the symptoms or signs of a disease or disorder.

Origin:

From non- + clinical.

Examples:

  1. The researcher conducted nonclinical studies to understand the underlying mechanism of the drug.
  2. The nonclinical jobs in the hospital included administration, maintenance, and food service.
  3. The nonclinical aspects of the medical profession include insurance, billing, and record-keeping.
  4. The nonclinical trials were conducted in a laboratory setting, rather than in a clinical setting with patients.
  5. The nonclinical approach to psychology focused on understanding human behavior through observation and experimentation.
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