Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Head Tilt in Immunodeficient Mice Due to Contamination of Drinking Water by.
- Journal:
- Journal of the American Association for Laboratory Animal Science : JAALAS
- Year:
- 2019
- Authors:
- Collymore, Chereen et al.
- Affiliation:
- Faculty of Medicine · Canada
- Species:
- rodent
Abstract
Immunodeficient mice in multiple holding rooms presented with head tilt, circling, spinning when picked up by the tail, dehydration, and lethargy., a plant pathogen, was identified as the causative agent. Environmental testing revealed the presence ofwithin the automatic watering system, water bottles, and sipper tubes. Here we describe steps taken to reduce the presence of this organism within the automatic watering system and water bottles. Facilities housing immunodeficient mice should take measures to minimize the accumulation of biofilm within their water-supply systems.
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