The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 12 letter word LABORATORIES
I've seen this crossword clue in The Guardian
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More clues leading to the result LABORATORIES
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The straight part
We know that "Where they scientifically test" is the straight/definition part of the clue. The straight part is often a synonym or definition, in this case where they scientifically test = laboratories.The cryptic/wordplay part
In cryptic crossword there's often an wordplay/cryptic part as well.This part involves a more complex hint, such as an anagram, homophone, hidden word, etc.
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What does LABORATORIES mean?
LABORATORIES noun- A room, building or institution equipped for scientific research, experimentation or analysis.
- A place where chemicals, drugs or microbes are prepared or manufactured.