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Requirements for laboratory animals in health programmes
Bulletin of the World Health Organization
|January 1, 1981
Summary
Laboratory animals are crucial for advancing health programs and disease control research. Specialized breeding and controlled conditions ensure the reliability of these vital animal models in biomedical research.
Area of Science:
- Biomedical Research
- Veterinary Medicine
- Laboratory Animal Science
Background:
- Laboratory animals are indispensable for numerous health programs and disease control initiatives.
- A diverse range of animal models is employed globally in basic research to enhance healthcare.
- Biomedical research necessitates specially bred animals maintained under stringent environmental, nutritional, microbiological, and genetic controls.
Purpose of the Study:
- To highlight the critical role of laboratory animals in health programs and research.
- To underscore the importance of controlled conditions in animal research.
- To introduce laboratory animal science and medicine as specialized fields.
Main Methods:
- Utilizing a wide variety of animal models.
- Implementing controlled breeding conditions.
- Focusing on environmental, nutritional, microbiological, and genetic factors.
Main Results:
- Successful execution of health programs relies heavily on laboratory animals.
- Controlled conditions are paramount for the integrity of animal models.
- The field of laboratory animal science and medicine has been established to meet supply needs.
Conclusions:
- Laboratory animals are fundamental to medical research and public health.
- The World Health Organization acknowledges and supports advancements in laboratory animal science.
- Specialized veterinary medicine and scientific practices ensure the quality and utility of laboratory animals.