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Table 2 Maximum average irritation scores from in vivo testing of lunar dust

From: Ocular toxicity of authentic lunar dust

Time After Treatment

Rabbit Number

Average Score

 

0226-M

0230-M

0275-F

 

Hour 1

4

4

4

4.0

Hour 24

0

0

0

0.0

Hour 48

0

0

0

0.0

Hour 72

0

0

0

0.0

Maximum Average Irritation Score:

4.0

Minimally irritating

  1. Average irritation scores are presented for each of the three animals at each observation time. Minor conjunctival redness and swelling were noted in all animals 1 hour post-exposure. According to the grading scale in Appendix A, this corresponds to an irritation score of 4. All redness and swelling resolved within 24 hours.
  2. M – Male; F – Female.