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Question 1

Which organization accredits laboratory animal facilities that demonstrate that they are meeting the standards outlined in the Guide and all federal and local regulations?

Answer 1

AAALAC International

Question 2

Which of the following statements is TRUE about chemical hazards in an animal facility?

Answer 2

The most common chemicals in research facilities are detergents, descalers, disinfectants, and pesticides.

Question 3

What is an example of reduction, as described by Russell and Burch?

Answer 3

Improved statistical methods

Question 4

What is NOT a component of an animal care and use program described in the Guide?

Answer 4

Genotyping procedures

Question 5

What federal agency is responsible for enforcing and administering the Animal Welfare Regulations?

Answer 5

Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service

Question 6

What are microorganisms that cause disease called?

Answer 6

Pathogens.

Question 7

Which regulatory resource specifies the minimum cleaning standards for cages, feeders, and water bottles for many laboratory animals?

Answer 7

Animal Welfare Regulations.