Animal Welfare
The 3Rs of research
What is Replacement, Reduction, and Refinement
What does AAALAC stand for?
What is the Association for Assessment and Accreditation of Laboratory Animal Care International
What is the ideal temperature range for housing rodents?
What is 68-79 oF?
What federal law regulates the treatment of animals in research and exhibition in the US
What is the Animal Welfare Act (AWA)
What is the average gestation period for a mouse?
What is 19-21 days?
What is the Guide for the Care and Use of Laboratory Animals
How often does AAALAC conduct site visits for reaccreditation?
Why is it important to maintain proper air exchange in animal housing areas?
What is to prevent the buildup of ammonia and reduce airborne contaminants?
What does the acronym PHS stand for?
What is Public Health Service?
Daily or as needed to ensure cleanliness and availability?
Name one common behavioral sign of stress in rodents
What is barbering, excessive grooming or reduced activity
Is AAALAC accreditation mandatory or voluntary?
What is voluntary?
What is the purpose of a sentinel program in animal facilities?
What is to monitor for pathogens in the animal colony?
What is the key requirement for a valid IACUC protocol?
What is a description of procedures, justification for animal use, and consideration of alternatives?
What is the acceptable method of euthanasia for rodents under the AVMA Guidelines?
What is CO2 inhalation, followed by secondary methods to ensure death?
What organization oversees the ethical review of animal research projects in the US
What is the Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee (IACUC)
Name one benefit of AAALAC accreditation for research facilities.
What is demonstrating a commitment to high animal welfare standards or fostering public trust?
What type of bedding is commonly used for rodents and is low in dust?
What is aspen shaving or paper-based bedding?
What is the minimum number of members required for an IACUC under the Animal Welfare Act regulations
What is three
Why is diet consistency important in animal studies?
What is to minimize variability and ensure reliable results?
Define " enrichment" in the context of laboratory animal care.
What is providing stimuli to enhance animal well-being and mimic natural behavior
What are the two types of reports AAALAC uses to communicate findings during a site visit?
What are the Program Status Evaluation Report and Program Description?
What is the recommended light cycle for most laboratory animals?
What is 12 hours of light and 12 hours of dark?
What government agency enforces the Animal Welfare Act?
What is the USDA
What is the term for animals that are free of specific pathogens?
What is specific pathogen-free