Working with the Laboratory Mouse AALAS 65 Questions
and Answers Updated 2023 and Verified 100%
Which of the following falls within the range of the total blood volume of adult
mice?
1.2 ml
What is a problem that is often encountered with mice housed on wire mesh
flooring?
Foot injuries
Which of the factors below affect the routine sanitation schedule in animal
facilities?
All of the Above
What best describes the oral gavage procedure?
The administration of fluid into the stomach through a feeding needle that is inserted
into the mouth and threaded down the esophagus.
Federal policies and guidelines require humane treatment of laboratory animals:
All of the Above
Which statement best describes the in vivo method of monoclonal antibody
production?
It uses mice to grow hybridoma cells on their peritoneal lining.
The Guide for the Care and Use of Laboratory Animals provides:
The basic information needed to develop an institutional occupational health and safety
program.
What is the easiest way to induce gas anesthesia for a mouse?
Use an anesthetic induction chamber
What is the recommended method for the production of monoclonal antibodies?
In Vitro Techniques
Which of the following statements is/are TRUE regarding preparation of a mouse
for surgery? Check all that apply.
•The skin should be disinfected around the incision site.
•The fur should be removed around the incision site.
•You should firmly pinch the mouse's foot or toe to check for a pain reflex before
beginning surgery.
Which of the following statements about identifying mice is NOT true?
Ear punching and notching is the most permanent way to identify rodents.
Which of the following represents good practice in oral gavage of mice?
•The needle tip should be inserted behind the incisors.
•The head of the mouse should be in vertical alignment with the esophagus during the
gavage.
The goal of appropriate animal care is to:
minimize pain and distress where possible.
Who is responsible for the humane treatment of experimental animals?
All of the Above
and Answers Updated 2023 and Verified 100%
Which of the following falls within the range of the total blood volume of adult
mice?
1.2 ml
What is a problem that is often encountered with mice housed on wire mesh
flooring?
Foot injuries
Which of the factors below affect the routine sanitation schedule in animal
facilities?
All of the Above
What best describes the oral gavage procedure?
The administration of fluid into the stomach through a feeding needle that is inserted
into the mouth and threaded down the esophagus.
Federal policies and guidelines require humane treatment of laboratory animals:
All of the Above
Which statement best describes the in vivo method of monoclonal antibody
production?
It uses mice to grow hybridoma cells on their peritoneal lining.
The Guide for the Care and Use of Laboratory Animals provides:
The basic information needed to develop an institutional occupational health and safety
program.
What is the easiest way to induce gas anesthesia for a mouse?
Use an anesthetic induction chamber
What is the recommended method for the production of monoclonal antibodies?
In Vitro Techniques
Which of the following statements is/are TRUE regarding preparation of a mouse
for surgery? Check all that apply.
•The skin should be disinfected around the incision site.
•The fur should be removed around the incision site.
•You should firmly pinch the mouse's foot or toe to check for a pain reflex before
beginning surgery.
Which of the following statements about identifying mice is NOT true?
Ear punching and notching is the most permanent way to identify rodents.
Which of the following represents good practice in oral gavage of mice?
•The needle tip should be inserted behind the incisors.
•The head of the mouse should be in vertical alignment with the esophagus during the
gavage.
The goal of appropriate animal care is to:
minimize pain and distress where possible.
Who is responsible for the humane treatment of experimental animals?
All of the Above
