Did the NTP convene an expert panel to evaluate the safety of soy formula?
Yes. The NTP and the expert panel use a five-level scale to express their conclusions. The conclusions characterize the likelihood of an adverse human health effect resulting from exposure to a substance or chemical — in this case soy infant formula. The concern levels range from highest to lowest: • Serious Concern • Concern • Some Concern • Minimal Concern • Negligible Concern The NTP uses a five-level scale in its conclusions to characterize the likelihood of an adverse human health effect resulting from exposure to a substance or chemical — in this case soy infant formula.