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Fibrosis Model - NASH / MASH

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Accelerating MASH / NASH Drug Discovery with Reliable Preclinical Models

Metabolic Dysfunction-associated Steatohepatitis (MASH)

Developing effective therapies for metabolic dysfunction-associated steatohepatitis (MASH, formerly NASH) presents major challenges—lack of reliable preclinical models, difficulty in replicating disease progression, and identifying translatable biomarkers for clinical trials. With no FDA-approved treatments, sponsors need robust, predictive preclinical models to evaluate therapeutic candidates efficiently.

At MLM Medical Labs, we understand these challenges and provide validated, nutrient-deficient MASH models designed to:

Replicate disease progression seen in humans
Provide translatable biomarkers to bridge preclinical and clinical research
Deliver high-quality, reproducible data to de-risk drug development


How We Solve MASH Preclinical Challenges:

Challenge: Current MASH models often fail to capture the complex metabolic and inflammatory environment of the disease.
Our Solution: We offer nutrient-deficient diet models that accurately reflect MASH pathology, improving the predictability of therapeutic responses.

Challenge: Sponsors need clear, translatable endpoints to move confidently into clinical trials.
Our Solution: Our comprehensive readouts—including liver enzyme assessment, histopathology, and body weight tracking—provide actionable insights to support regulatory submissions.

Validated Nutrient-Deficient MASH (formerly NASH) Models:
  • Methionine and Choline Deficient Diet (MCD) – induces rapid liver injury and fibrosis
  • Choline Deficient, High-Fat Diet (CHDFD) – mimics obesity-associated MASH
Key Readout Options:
  • Body weight measurements – track disease progression
  • Liver enzyme assessments – evaluate hepatotoxicity and therapeutic impact
  • Liver histopathology analysis – assess fibrosis, inflammation, and steatosis

With MLM Medical Labs as your partner, you gain a trusted preclinical solution that reduces study variability, enhances data reliability, and accelerates drug development—bringing your MASH therapy one step closer to clinical success

MASH Liver - AI Generated
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Are you interested in a variation of a model or a new paradigm?

Our scientists are passionate about the development of new models! We often participate in opportunities for co-development and pilot programs to establish new models and reach new levels of understanding. Contact our team today!

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