GxP stands for "Good x Practice" and is a general term that refers to various quality guidelines and regulations applied in regulated industries such as the pharmaceutical, food, and medical device sectors. The "x" in GxP can be replaced by different letters to cover various areas:
- GLP: Good Laboratory Practice – related to the quality and integrity of laboratory data results.
- GMP: Good Manufacturing Practice – related to quality assurance during production.
- GDP: Good Distribution Practice – refers to the proper storage and transportation of products.
- GCP: Good Clinical Practice – related to the ethical and scientific standards for clinical trials.
- GEP: Good Engineering Practice – pertains to the established practices in technical projects.