In the context of drug development, what is a 'Lead Compound'?
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Correct answer: A chemical that shows promise in binding to a target during preclinical screening
A lead compound is a molecule that exhibits the desired pharmacological activity during early discovery. It is then chemically modified to optimize its potency, selectivity, and pharmacokinetic properties.
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