Rats

Question 1

Restraint for procedures

Answer 1

Loose fitting gloves

• Grasp tail by base, close to the body
• Place on top of cage, scruff or pinch around thorax behind elbows

Question 2

Injections

Answer 2

IV: Saph, jugular, tail vein (Lat & Fem)

Question 3

Determine Gender

Answer 3

Male: Anogental space larger

Os penis, no nipples

Question 4

Blood collection

Answer 4

Small Amt: Toe nail, tail clip
Mod Amt: Lat tail vein
Lg amt: Anesthesia Saph Fem, Jugular, retroorbital