Research Medicine AI Flashcards
(18 cards)
What is Biomedical Research?
The broad area of science that looks for ways to prevent and treat diseases that cause illness and death in people and animals.
Involves studying biological processes and diseases using various models, including animals.
Why are animal models essential in biomedical research?
They are crucial for understanding complex biological systems and bridging the gap between in vitro studies and human clinical trials.
Important for drug development, vaccine testing, and understanding disease pathogenesis.
What are the key responsibilities of veterinary technicians in animal care?
They ensure animal welfare, data integrity, and regulatory compliance.
They are integral scientific partners in research.
What does the ‘3 Rs’ in ethical research stand for?
- Replacement
- Reduction
- Refinement
These principles guide the ethical use of animals in research.
What is involved in daily animal husbandry by veterinary technicians?
Providing appropriate housing, nutrition, and environmental enrichment, and monitoring animal health and behavior for subtle changes.
What is the role of veterinary technicians in pain and distress management?
Trained to identify signs of pain, distress, or illness and implement approved analgesic and supportive care protocols.
Fill in the blank: Veterinary technicians assist veterinarians and researchers with a wide array of _______.
procedures.
What types of sample collection do veterinary technicians perform?
- Blood
- Urine
- Tissue biopsies
- Cerebrospinal fluid.
What is the importance of accurate data collection in research?
Ensures data integrity and traceability.
What is the Animal Welfare Act (AWA)?
A set of regulations that provides USDA oversight for the humane treatment of animals in research.
What does the Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee (IACUC) do?
Oversees an institution’s animal care and use program, ensuring humane care and ethical treatment of animals used in research.
True or False: The IACUC evaluates and approves all protocols involving the use of animals.
True.
What organization is known for promoting responsible laboratory animal care and use?
American Association for Laboratory Animal Science (AALAS).
What are the certification levels offered by AALAS?
- Assistant Laboratory Animal Technician (ALAT)
- Laboratory Animal Technician (LAT)
- Laboratory Animal Technologist (LATG).
What is the typical salary range for veterinary technicians in animal research?
$39,000 to $77,000 per year.
What emotional challenges do animal research technicians face?
- Compassion fatigue
- Burnout
- Secondary traumatic stress.
What is non-invasive animal research?
Research that studies animals without causing them physical harm or distress.
Provide examples of non-invasive animal research methods.
- Collecting DNA from feces, hair, feathers, or saliva
- Imaging techniques like MRI or CT scans
- In vitro studies
- Computer models
- Nutrition and behavior research.
