Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Requirements for laboratory animals in health programmes.
- Journal:
- Bulletin of the World Health Organization
- Year:
- 1981
- Authors:
- Held, J R
Plain-English summary
Laboratory animals play a crucial role in health programs aimed at controlling diseases and improving healthcare. These animals are specially bred and raised in controlled environments, where factors like their living conditions, diet, and genetic background are carefully managed. This has led to a specialized area of study called laboratory animal science, as well as a specific field in veterinary medicine known as laboratory animal medicine. The World Health Organization acknowledges the importance of these animals and works with other groups to provide training and support in this area. Overall, the use of laboratory animals is essential for advancing medical research and health initiatives.
Abstract
Laboratory animals are essential for the successful execution of many health programmes. A wide variety of animal models is used in the worldwide efforts to improve the control of various diseases, and in the basic research needed to improve health care. Biomedical programmes require specially-bred animals reared under controlled conditions, with close attention given to such factors as physical environment, nutrition, microbiological status, and genetic background. The need for a regular supply of appropriate animals has led to the development of a field of study known as laboratory animal science, and a speciality within veterinary medicine known as laboratory animal medicine. The importance of laboratory animals is recognized by the World Health Organization, which, in cooperation with other organizations, provides training, technical information, and consultative support in this field.
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