The company sees this as an over-the-counter disposable cartridge that can test for pregnancy complications, preeclampisa, gestational diabetes, kidney failure and urinary tract infections.
In January 2006 Laurie Pycroft started a group in defence of vivisection for medical research, Pro-Test, to counter those who believe that animals have rights equal to those of humans.
The Iranians test-fired missiles last week, and a series of threats and counter-threats between Iran and Israel has been watched nervously in the West.