What does GLP stand for?

GLP stands for Good Laboratory Practice — an internationally recognized quality system that defines how non-clinical laboratory studies should be planned, performed, monitored, recorded, and reported. The goal of GLP is to ensure that data generated in laboratories are reliable, traceable, and scientifically valid, particularly when used for regulatory submissions in the pharmaceutical, chemical, or biotechnology sectors.

The GLP framework was established by the OECD and adopted by major regulatory authorities such as the FDA and EMA to prevent misconduct, improve transparency, and protect public health. It covers areas like personnel competence, facility management, equipment calibration, data handling, and Quality Assurance audits. In essence, GLP provides the structure that guarantees scientific integrity and reproducibility. Every study conducted under GLP can be trusted by regulators worldwide — making it a vital foundation of modern laboratory research and product development.