Immunodeficient Rodents - A Guide to Their Immunobiology, Husbandry, and Use

This volume is an indispensable reference on the nature of immune defects in rodents and the special techniques necessary to maintain and breed them. The authors describe 64 inbred, hybrid, and mutant strains of rodents, each with some immune defect; explain mechanisms for ensuring genetic purity; and provide a standardized nomenclature for different varieties. Subsequent sections summarize and provide references on the genetics, pathophysiology, husbandry, and reproduction of each of the various strains as well as sound advice on planning for the selection, transportation, housing, and maintenance of these animals.

About the author

Committee on Immunologically Compromised Rodents, Institute of Laboratory Animal Resources, Commission on Life Sciences, National Research Council

Summary

Describes 64 inbred, hybrid, and mutant strains of rodents, each with some immune defect. This book explains mechanisms for ensuring genetic purity and provides a standardized nomenclature for different varieties. It summarizes and provides references on the genetics, pathophysiology, husbandry, and reproduction of the various strains.

Product details

• Authors: Commission On Life Sciences, Committee on Immunologically Compromised, Committee on Immunologically Compromised Rodents, Institute For Laboratory Animal Research, Institute of Laboratory Animal Resources, National Research Council
• Publisher: National Academies Press
• Languages: English
• Product format: Paperback / Softback
• Released: 01.02.1989
• EAN: 9780309092876
• ISBN: 978-0-309-09287-6
• No. of pages: 260
• Subjects: Guides > Nature; Natural sciences, medicine, IT, technology > Biology > Zoology