Health Surveillance

Health Surveillance at LARC has three aspects:

• 1. Daily Clinical examination: Rodents are examined by LARC Vet /Animal technician for signs of illness, injury, or abnormal behavior in animals.
  2. Sentinel Monitoring Program: Sentinel rodents are used to monitor the health status of mice and rats colonies as per FELASA recommendation.
  3. Environmental Monitoring Program: Several laboratory tests are used to ensure sanitation and sterilization in LARC are monitored.