Laboratory Animal Medicine Principles And Procedures

Summary: - Comprehensive coverage of a variety of topics such as animal species, the laboratory setting, regulatory guidelines, and ethical considerations prepares readers for a career in laboratory animal medicine- Familiarizes readers with the handling, behavior, nutrition, and lab and treatment procedures for a large variety of common and nontraditional laboratory animals- The consistent organization of each species chapte...r makes it easy for readers to quickly identify similarities and differences among various laboratory animals.- Laboratory exercises are included in a perforated section at the end of the book, allowing users to apply their knowledge and develop job skills- Features a wealth of user-friendly features such as a two-color design, learning objectives, key points, and review questions- Provides detailed information on specific legal and ethical requirements of lab animal care and use, including the ethics of pain management- Convenient boxes and tables provide quick access to,important anatomic and physiologic data for each species- Discusses specific uses of each species in biomedical research, providing readers with a perspective on animal use that allows them to explain the benefits of animal use as required by veterinary technology program accreditation procedures [read more]