Characterization of microminipig as a laboratory animal for pharmacological study by analyzing bepridil-induced cardiovascular responses.
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DOI: 10.1016/j.jphs.2020.01.010
Abstract: Since microminipig is becoming attractive model for various cardiac electropharmacological applications, which may meet consideration of 3Rs. We characterized microminipigs by analyzing how multi-ionic channel inhibitor bepridil may affect their in situ hearts in comparison… read more here.
Keywords: laboratory animal; bepridil; microminipig; microminipig laboratory ... See more keywords
Laboratory Animal Bite Anaphylaxis: A National Survey: Part 1: Case Series and Review of the Literature.
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DOI: 10.1097/jom.0000000000001005
Abstract: OBJECTIVE This study documents previously unreported cases of laboratory animal bite anaphylaxis in animal laboratory facilities in the United States. METHODS An online survey was e-mailed to designated institutional officials at laboratory animal facilities identified… read more here.
Keywords: laboratory animal; animal bite; survey; bite anaphylaxis ... See more keywords
1707b From workplace to home environment: spreading of mouse allergens by laboratory animal workers
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DOI: 10.1136/oemed-2018-icohabstracts.144
Abstract: Introduction Laboratory animal workers (LAW) working with mice are exposed to mouse allergens (MA). Exposure to MA can lead to occupational allergies and asthma. If MA are spread to home environments, the longer duration of… read more here.
Keywords: laboratory animal; home; law; concentration ... See more keywords
P142 Aeroallergen exposure alone is not responsible for sensitisation of workers to laboratory animal allergens
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DOI: 10.1136/thorax-2018-212555.300
Abstract: Background Around 16 000 people in the UK work with laboratory animals with 75% of procedures being carried out on mice. Historical data, based largely on work with rats, suggest 15% develop IgE sensitisation to laboratory… read more here.
Keywords: laboratory animal; ivc units; prevalence sensitisation; sensitisation ... See more keywords
Laboratory animal science course in Switzerland: participants’ points of view and implications for organizers
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DOI: 10.1177/0023677217708807
Abstract: Switzerland has implemented a mandatory training in laboratory animal science since 1999; however a comprehensive assessment of its effects has never been undertaken so far. The results from the analysis of participants in the Swiss… read more here.
Keywords: science course; laboratory animal; animal science; switzerland ... See more keywords
Students' experiences of blended laboratory animal science courses.
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DOI: 10.1177/00236772211041479
Abstract: Students and course providers have found online options for laboratory animal science (LAS) courses helpful because the content is accessible with flexible timing options. This study aimed to explore whether a blended LAS course with… read more here.
Keywords: laboratory animal; course; video lectures; animal science ... See more keywords
Psychological stress and strain in laboratory animal professionals - a systematic review.
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DOI: 10.1177/00236772221129111
Abstract: Laboratory animal professionals (LAP) are faced with various situations and tasks influencing their mental well-being. A systematic review has been conducted to investigate whether there are specific stressors for LAP and which moderators are relevant… read more here.
Keywords: laboratory; animal professionals; laboratory animal; systematic review ... See more keywords
Sustainable education and training in laboratory animal science and ethics in low- and middle-income countries in Africa – challenges, successes, and the way forward
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DOI: 10.1177/00236772221129976
Abstract: Despite the recognised need for education and training in laboratory animal science (LAS) and ethics in Africa, access to such opportunities has historically been limited. To address this, the Pan-African Network for Laboratory Animal Science… read more here.
Keywords: laboratory animal; pan lase; animal science; education ... See more keywords
Laboratory animal allergy is preventable in modern research facilities
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DOI: 10.1183/13993003.00171-2019
Abstract: Background Historical data suggest 15% of laboratory animal workers develop IgE sensitisation and 10% symptoms of laboratory animal allergy (LAA), including occupational asthma. Individually ventilated cages (IVCs) are replacing conventional open cages; we sought to… read more here.
Keywords: laboratory animal; animal allergy; ivc units; sensitisation ... See more keywords
Laboratory animal welfare and human attitudes: A cross-sectional survey on heterospecific play or “rat tickling”
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DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0220580
Abstract: Introduction Laboratory rat welfare is critically influenced by laboratory animal personnel through their implementation, or lack of implementation, of various enrichment techniques. One such promising technique is heterospecific play, or “rat tickling”, which mimics aspects… read more here.
Keywords: rat tickling; laboratory animal; rat; welfare ... See more keywords
Effectiveness of treatment of bedding and feces of laboratory animal with ozone
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DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0266223
Abstract: Background The incineration and burying of the soiled bedding of laboratory animals, as well as using detergents to treat their feces, is hazardous to the environment. This highlights the need for an alternative, environmentally friendly… read more here.
Keywords: ozone treatment; laboratory animal; treatment; bedding feces ... See more keywords