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Preclina

Preclina isSouth Korean non-clinical CRO specializing in drug discovery research for autoimmune and inflammatory diseasesWe handle everything in-house, from efficacy evaluation using patient-derived cells and disease models to pathological analysis, PK/ADME, and toxicity evaluation.

Features of Preclina's non-clinical contract testing services

disease models specialized in autoimmune and inflammatory diseases

Preclina isEfficacy evaluation of drugs for autoimmune and inflammatory diseasesWe are a CRO specializing in [insert area of expertise], conducting evaluations using disease-mimicking animal models for conditions such as arthritis, fibrosis, inflammatory skin diseases, inflammatory bowel disease, neurological disorders, and connective tissue diseases. By accumulating research experience focused on specific disease areas, we make it easy to establish tailored evaluation systems suited to your objectives when examining the efficacy and mechanisms of action of candidate substances.

Utilizing patient-derived cells and humanized mice

In cell-based assays,primary cells derived from patients with autoimmune diseasesWe support cell-based assays using . Furthermore, we have developed a Humanized Mouse Platform utilizing PBMC and CD34+ hematopoietic stem cells. Using models such as PreHu™-P and PreHu™-H, we provide an evaluation environment for next-generation immune therapeutics, including antibody drugs, ADCs, CAR-T/NK, and bispecific antibodies.

From efficacy evaluation to pathology, PK/ADME, and toxicity

Not only efficacy tests,Histopathology, DMPK & ADME, ToxicologyWe also undertake such peripheral evaluations. In the pathology field, in addition to standard histological analyses, we offer disease-specific custom analyses and pathology consulting. We also conduct evaluations combining PK/PD analysis and efficacy studies, establishing a system capable of advancing a series of research stages from candidate compound screening to Lead Optimization and Confirmative Trials. Please note that since information indicating GLP compliance is not confirmed on the official website, prior confirmation is necessary if GLP-compliant studies are required.

参照元:Preclina公式サイト
http://www.preclina.com

An example of a disease model owned by Preclina

At Preclina, we develop various disease models focusing on autoimmune and inflammatory diseases. For example, in pulmonary fibrosis,Bleomycin-induced Lung Fibrosis (BILF) modelDeploying the Humanized BILF model. It also supports quantitative evaluation of lung conditions using Micro-CT, making it applicable for evaluating the efficacy of anti-fibrotic drug candidates.

参照元:Preclina公式サイト
https://www.preclina.com/

Preclina non-clinical study cases

Evaluation of candidate compounds using a pulmonary fibrosis model

In the field of pulmonary fibrosis, PreclinaEfficacy evaluation using mouse and rat disease modelsis being conducted. The official website introduces research examples combining everything from screening to Lead Optimization and Confirmative Trial. A key feature is the ability to quantitatively evaluate the overall lung condition, percentage of lung infiltration, and volume changes using Micro-CT, allowing for a multifaceted examination of candidate compound effects. In addition, the Humanized BILF model is also developed and provided.

参照元:Preclina公式サイト Case Study
https://www.preclina.com/news/vol5/

Preclina company information

参照元:Preclina公式サイト
http://www.preclina.com
Address719 & 1302, Teratower B, 167, Songpa-daero, Songpa-gu, Seoul 05855, 韓国
Tel+82-1566-0536
Websitehttps://www.preclina.com/
3 Recommended Contract Research Organizations for Non-Clinical Studies
— by Target goal and Expertise

In drug discovery, the quality and efficiency of non-clinical studies have a direct impact on clinical success rates, development costs, and overall length of time required in R&D. In recent years, there has been more demand for clinically relevant data, globally accepted reliability, and accurate early-stage screening. Thus, it is more important than ever to select the right CRO (Contract Research Organization) for strategic approach.
In this article, we highlight three CROs with proven technical capabilities, expertise, and long standing track records. These are our TOP 3 choices based on their capabilities and the specific target goals of the researchers for their non-clinical studies.

Pharmacology (Efficacy) Studies
Replicate unknown pathological models and
Discovery to clinically oriented drug evaluation
SMC Laboratories, Inc.
SMC Laboratories, Inc.
Reference: SMC Laboratories, Inc. official website (https://www.smccro-lab.com/jp/)
  • SMC Laboratories, Inc. has established a disease models using patented mouse technologies. The company has established proprietary pathological models—particularly in liver disease and fibrosis—and continues to expand their approach across a wide range of models in cancer, inflammation, and metabolic diseases.
  • From exploratory research to clinically oriented efficacy evaluation, SMC offers customized study designs, dosing strategies, and evaluation analysis tailored to each project. Their collaborative approachallows researchers to discuss and refine study plans together with SMC’s expert scientists.

  • With flexible small-scale study options and strong technical support, SMC Laboratories, Inc. is an ideal partner for start-ups, biotech ventures, and academic institutions alike.
Safety Studies
Comprehensive Safety Evaluation for FIH Applications
Labcorp Holdings Inc.
(Labcorp Drug Development)
Labcorp Holdings Inc.
Reference: Labcorp Holdings Inc. official website (https://jp.labcorp.com/)
  • Labcorp Holdings Inc. provides a fully integrated GLP testing system aligned with international regulatory standards, including FDA, EMA, and PMDA requirements. All studies are conducted under ICH-compliant quality assurance, making it ready for data submission.
  • The company has extensive expertise in long-term toxicity studies such as Segment I–III reproductive and carcinogenicity studies, as well as 2-year chronic toxicity assessments.
  • Labcorp Holdings Inc.’s comprehensive approach enables sponsors to efficiently outsource the entire preclinical package from toxicology, toxicokinetic (TK), and safety pharmacology study design to execution. This accelerates a path to First-in-Human (FIH) trials. For most of the global drug developers, this all-in-one service structure minimizes cost, risk, and expedite the time before advancing to clinical phase.
Pharmacokinetic (PK/PD) Studies
High-Precision Bioanalysis for Clinically Predictive PK/PD Evaluation
PhoenixBio Co., Ltd.
PhoenixBio Co., Ltd.
Source: PhoenixBio Co., Ltd. Official Website (https://phoenixbio.co.jp/)
  • PhoenixBio Co., Ltd.offers pharmacokinetic and hepatic metabolism studies using their proprietary PXB-mouse®, a humanized-liver chimeric mouse model. This platform enables the acquisition of data with high clinical correlation in ADME, drug–to-drug interaction studies, bridging the gap between preclinical and clinical stages.
  • With advanced LC-MS/MS-based bioanalysis, PhoenixBio Co., Ltd. provides aseamless workflow from plasma concentration measurement and metabolite identification to quantitative validation.

  • The company offersan integrated evaluation analysiscovering pharmacokinetics, hepatotoxicity, and safety with flexibility to accommodate complex modalities such as oligonucleotide and middle-molecule therapeutics. For compounds where hepatic metabolism is a development bottleneck—or where quantitative, reproducible exposure data are critical—PhoenixBio Co., Ltd. delivers unmatched analytical precision and consistency.

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