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Handling the cotton rat for research.

L E Ward1

  • 1Virion Systems, Inc., 9610 Medical Center Drive, Suite 100, Rockville, MD 20850, USA.

Lab Animal
|June 1, 2001
PubMed
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The cotton rat, a valuable animal model, is crucial for studying human respiratory syncytial virus and filariasis. This guide offers essential information on its care, handling, and laboratory procedures for researchers.

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Area of Science:

  • Zoology
  • Veterinary Medicine
  • Infectious Diseases

Background:

  • The cotton rat (Sigmodon hispidus) has a long history in biomedical research, initially as a model for poliomyelitis.
  • Currently, it is utilized for investigating significant human pathogens like respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) and parasitic diseases such as filariasis.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To provide comprehensive guidance on the husbandry and care of cotton rats in laboratory settings.
  • To detail best practices for handling and common laboratory procedures involving this animal model.

Main Methods:

  • Review of established protocols for animal care and management.
  • Compilation of practical information on handling techniques and routine laboratory procedures.

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Main Results:

  • Detailed husbandry considerations for maintaining cotton rat colonies.
  • Guidelines for safe and effective handling of cotton rats.
  • Description of common laboratory procedures applicable to cotton rat research.

Conclusions:

  • Proper care and handling are essential for the welfare of cotton rats used in research.
  • The information provided facilitates the effective use of cotton rats as a model organism for infectious disease studies.