Regulations – TropMed Laboratory Animal Science Unit

Every protocol must be approved by FTM-IACUC.
Before introducing laboratory animals to the LAU, you must submit the 'LAU01 Laboratory Animal Intake Form' at least one day before the animals arrive.
Before entering the animal facility, animal users should wear the provided lab coat and shoes, and use gloves when handling animals.
Any experiment involving animals, such as injection, blood collection, necropsy, or euthanasia, must be performed only in the procedure room, not in the animal room.
Animal users must notify LAU staff in advance of any after-hours entry to the facility.

Animal users must strictly follow the protocol approved by the FTM-IACUC, and details of the animal experiment must be recorded and made available for review at all times.
Lab animal technicians are available to assist investigators. Please complete and submit the ‘LAU02 Laboratory Animal Procedure Request Form' at least one day in advance.
The movement of animals and animal cages outside the LAU is not allowed, except with specific permission under certain protocols.
Proper use of animals includes the avoidance or minimization of discomfort, distress, and pain.