GMP
abbreviation or noun
plural GMPs
: a good manufacturing practice : a standardized procedure to ensure safety and efficacy in design, production, and quality control of especially health products
… scaling production while meeting regulatory requirements, and preparing for smoother transitions from early studies to GMP readiness.—FUJIFILM Biotechnologies
… prefilled with a single dose representing one vaccination, in accordance with good manufacturing practices (GMPs).—Suzanne Shelley
Inspectors from FDA, the European Medicines Agency, and other regulatory bodies require evidence that biopharmaceutical manufacturers are following GMPs. This includes facility and equipment maintenance.—Susan Haigney
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“GMP.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/GMP. Accessed 1 Sep. 2026.
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