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An inexpensive caging method for miniature swine suitable for trace-element studies.

H A Hunsaker, S E Norden, K G Allen

    Laboratory Animal Science
    |August 1, 1984
    PubMed
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    Researchers developed an affordable and durable swine caging system for trace-element studies. This system effectively houses up to four miniature swine, proving suitable for research applications.

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    Area of Science:

    • Animal Science
    • Agricultural Engineering
    • Environmental Science

    Background:

    • Trace-element studies in swine require specialized housing.
    • Existing caging systems can be expensive or lack durability.
    • Miniature swine are a common model organism in biomedical research.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To develop an inexpensive and durable caging system for swine.
    • To assess the suitability of the developed system for trace-element studies.
    • To provide a cost-effective housing solution for miniature swine research.

    Main Methods:

    • Design and construction of a novel swine caging system.
    • Evaluation of system durability and cost-effectiveness.
    • Testing the system's suitability for housing up to four miniature swine.

    Main Results:

    • An inexpensive and durable caging system for swine was successfully developed.
    • The system proved suitable for housing up to four miniature swine.
    • The caging system was housed in a barn environment.

    Conclusions:

    • The developed caging system offers a practical and economical solution for trace-element studies in swine.
    • This innovation supports efficient housing for miniature swine in research settings.
    • The system's durability ensures long-term usability in agricultural and scientific research.

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