lecture 10

Question 1

why do animals make goof models for humans

Answer 1

concept of unity in biochemistry and molecular base of homology

Question 2

what is the current stance on alternatives to animal based research

Answer 2

insufficient

Question 3

2 main moral positions

Answer 3

absolute dominion and abolition

Question 4

absolute dominion

Answer 4

all animal experiments are justified

Question 5

abolition

Answer 5

all animal experiments are morally wrong

Question 6

how can some testing damage animal health

Answer 6

penicillin is lethal in guinea pigs, paracetamol is lethal in cats

Question 7

what are the 3 Rs

Answer 7

replacement, reduction and refinement

Question 8

replacement

Answer 8

replace sentient animals with non living non sentient alternatives

Question 9

reduction

Answer 9

reduce number of animals to an absolute minimum without compromising precision or value

Question 10

refinement

Answer 10

decrease incidence and severity of inhumane procedures and enhance welfare

Question 11

animal scientific procedure act 1986

Answer 11

any experimental/scientific procedure applied to a protected animal which may have effect of causing that animal pain, suffering, distress or lasting harm

Question 12

threshold

Answer 12

procedure causing pain equivalent or higher than insertion of a hypodermic needle

Question 13

established license holder

Answer 13

responsible for compliance with ASPA

Question 14

named vet surgeon

Answer 14

advice on health and welfare, can supply veterinary medicine

Question 15

named animal care and welfare officer

Answer 15

responsible for care and welfare of animals

Question 16

information officer

Answer 16

ensures project and personal license