Guide for the Care and Use of Laboratory Animals

Contents

    Introduction

  1. Institutional Policies and Responsibilities
    Monitoring the Care and Use of Animals
    Veterinary Care
    Personnel Qualifications and Training
    Occupational Health and Safety of Personnel
    References

  2. Animal Environment, Housing, and Management
    Physical Environment
    Behavioral Management
    Husbandry
    Population Management
    References

  3. Veterinary Medical Care
    Animal Procurement and Transportation
    Preventive Medicine
    Surgery
    Pain, Analgesia, and Anesthesia
    Euthanasia
    References

  4. Physical Plant
    Functional Areas
    Construction Guidelines
    Facilities for Aseptic Surgery
    References

    Appendix A: Selected Bibliography

    Appendix B: Selected Organizations Related to Laboratory Animal Science

    Appendix C: Some Federal Laws Relevant to Animal Care and Use

    Appendix D: Public Health Service Policy and Government Principles Regarding the Care and Use of Animals

    Index

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