The Laboratory Rat, Second Edition

Description

Laboratory animals, including rats, play an important role in biomedical research and advances. As such, the humane care and management of these animals is an ongoing concern. This guide presents basic information and common procedures in detail to provide a quick reference source for investigators, technicians, and caretakers in the laboratory setting. The second edition of this bestseller has been thoroughly expanded and updated. The new edition now features full-color illustrations to provide greater clarity to the techniques and concepts discussed. The text serves as a valuable, handy reference for both experienced individuals and for those without extensive training in working with the rat.

Contents

Important Biological Features

Husbandry

Management

Veterinary Care

Experimental Methodology

Resources

Author Bio

Patrick E. Sharp is the Director of the Comparative Medicine Centre at the National University of Singapore. Jason Villano is with the Milton S. Hershey Medical Center at Pennsylvania State University College of Medicine.

Related Subjects

1. Laboratory Animal Science
2. Neuroscience
3. Toxicology