One of the big ethical issues in medical research is the use of animals as test subjects. Also referred to as vivisection!

We thought that it would be useful and interesting to get the perspective of our readers on the subject.

Firstly it would be great if you could take part in the poll at the end of this blog post.

Secondly could you use the comments box below to expand your thoughts on the such subject of animal testing a but further.

Please bear in mind that for many this is a very contentious issue so please make your comments both polite and charitable!