Chapter 2: Principles of Animal Research

Question 1

R (Reduction):

Answer 1

Reduce the number of animals used as much as possible.

Question 2

R (Refinement):

Answer 2

Improve the animal’s care and treatment and reduce pain. Must be treated humanely with their basic needs met.
Discomfort and stress are minimized.

Question 3

R (Replacement):

Answer 3

Replace experiments on animals with alternative techniques. (no alternative procedures possible).

Researchers must prove that there is no alternative to using animals in their research and that their use is justified by the value of the study. (benefits > costs).