American Association for Laboratory Animal Science (AALAS) Bundle Set

Which of the following falls within the range of the total blood volume of adult mice? - Answer 1.2 ml What is a problem that is often encountered with mice housed on wire mesh flooring? - Answer Foot injuries Which of the factors below affect the routine sanitation schedule in animal faci...

What governmental agency enforces the Animal Welfare Regulations? - Answer USDA Who determines the exercise programs for dogs? - Answer Attending Veterinarian People who buy and sell dogs they did not raise are considered class ___ dealers. - Answer B IACUC facility inspection repo...

The United States Department of Agriculture and the Public Health Service - Answer The two main agencies that oversee the enforcement of federal regulations are ______________ and ________________. United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) - Answer This organization enforces the Animal W...

The field of lab animal science has existed as a recognized specialty since what period of time? - Answer the late 1940s In 1950, Dr. Nathan Brewer and other veterinarians formed what organization? - Answer ACP What regulations apply to nonclinical studies conducted to collect data for sub...

Common types of microorganisms - Answer bacteria, viruses, fungi, protozoa LAS laboratory animal medicine - Answer the scientific and technical information and techniques that apply to a career focused on the care of laboratory animals. the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of diseases i...

What are the components of an allergen exposure prevention program? - Answer Engineering controls Administrative controls Training Work practice modifications Personal protective equipment An animal facility worker who does not currently have laboratory animal allergies can develop these sy...

Which of the following is NOT a benefit derived from laboratory animal research? a. vaccines for infectious human diseases b. medical technologies like pacemakers c. improved health and welfare of animals d. better pest control technologies - Answer d. better pest control technologies ...

The ability to motivate and encourage staff is an example of which type of managerial skill? - Answer People The performance standards used for performance appraisals should be ___. - Answer measurable The ability to clearly relate the facility's goals to the staff is an example of ___. -...

viruses - Answer Hantavirus Hantavirus is a - Answer bunyavirus which can be transmitted by rodent species. The virus is transmitted to man by excretions and aerosols from the lungs, saliva, and urine of infected animals. Bacteria: - Answer Leptospira spp. Salmonella spp. Streptobacill...

Which of the following oversees research using hamsters? - Answer OLAW NIH AAALAC USDA All of the Above Which occupational health and safety concerns are relevant to performing research on hamsters? - Answer Risk for developing an allergy to hamsters and for developing asthma. Risks for ...

To ensure the humane treatment of laboratory animals, research involving hamsters is regulated by federal laws. The two main agencies that oversee the enforcement of federal regulations are - Answer the United States Department of Agriculture and the Public Health Service. United States Departm...

Animal Welfare Act and Regulations require? - Answer Licensing and inspections of dog and cat dealers and humane handling What document must be submitted to PHSP stating that the institution is in compliance with the policy and the AVMA guidelines? - Answer Animal welfare assurance Which...