Which statement about CVM's regulatory scope is true?

• A. CVM regulates the medical products used in animals including drugs consumed by food-producing animals
• B. CVM regulates the practice of veterinary medicine
• C. CVM regulates vaccines for humans
• D. CVM regulates cosmetics

Answer: (A)

CVM’s regulatory scope focuses on medical products used in animals, including those drugs given to food-producing animals, to protect both animal health and the safety of the human food supply. This center reviews and approves animal drugs, feed additives, and veterinary biologics (such as certain vaccines for animals), sets labeling and withdrawal requirements, and monitors safety and effectiveness for animal use. The other statements describe areas outside CVM’s authority: regulating the practice of veterinary medicine is handled by state licensure boards, vaccines for humans are regulated by centers that oversee human medicines and biologics, and cosmetics fall under FDA oversight but not specifically CVM. So, the statement about CVM regulating medical products used in animals, including drugs consumed by food-producing animals, accurately reflects its role.