Mice and rats comprise the majority of the laboratory animals used in research. However, breeding rodents for research use can be a challenging process with many pitfalls. It is a multi-step process with challenges possible at many different points in the cycle. This 155-page guidebook was written to provide useful information pertaining to managing laboratory mouse and rat colonies. In this book, you will find information on colony management from a genetics and reproductive standpoint, as well as guidance for troubleshooting colony performance.
Guidebook Table of Contents
- Part 1: Origin, History and Behavior
- Part 2: Biology and Reproductive Biology
- Part 3: Genetics for Colony Management
- Part 4: Genetic Modification Technologies
- Part 5: Laboratory Rat and Mouse Nomenclature
- Part 6: Production and Maintenance of Laboratory Mouse and Rat Colonies
- Part 7: Clinical Assessment
- Part 8: Troubleshooting Colony Performance
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