The Laboratory Ferret
By C. Andrew Matchett, Rena Marr, Felipe M. Berard, Andrew G. Cawthon, Sonya P. Swing
Published March 9th 2012 by CRC Press – 123 pages
Description
Laboratory animals, including ferrets, play an important role in biomedical research and advances. The humane care and management of these animals remains an ongoing concern. Published in color to provide greater clarity to the techniques and concepts discussed, The Laboratory Ferret presents basic information and common procedures in detail to provide a quick reference for investigators, technicians, and caretakers in the laboratory setting. The book presents a greater understanding of the use of the ferret in research, such as in studies on influenza. It is a valuable, handy reference for experienced individuals and for those without extensive training in working with ferrets.
Contents
Important Biological Features
Husbandry
Management
Veterinary Care
Experimental Methodology
Resources And Additional Information
Author Bio
Sonya Swing, Charles A. Matchett, Felipe M. Berard, Andrew G. Cawthon, and Rena D. Marr are with the Lovelace Respiratory Research Institute in Albuquerque, New Mexico.
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Name: The Laboratory Ferret (Paperback) – CRC Press
Description: By C. Andrew Matchett, Rena Marr, Felipe M. Berard, Andrew G. Cawthon, Sonya P. Swing. Laboratory animals, including ferrets, play an important role in biomedical research and advances. The humane care and management of these animals remains an ongoing concern. Published in color to provide greater clarity to the techniques and concepts...
Categories: Animal Physiology, Infectious Diseases, Laboratory Animal Science
