Selected Topics in Laboratory Animal Medicine. Volume XXIV. The Hamster,

Abstract

This review discusses pertinent aspects of the use, care, and management of the hamster in the biomedical research environment. It is primarily concerned with the Syrian (golden) hamster (Mesocricetus auratus) and to a lesser extent the Chinese hamster (Cricetulus griseus), the European hamster (Cricetus cricetus) and the Djungarian (Siberian, hairy-footed) hamster (Phodopus sungorus). Since the report is intended primarily for use by the veterinarian responsible for the health and/or maintenance of a hamster colony, it is on subjects related to hamster husbandry and disease. No attempt is made to cover the literature dealing with the experimental use of the hamster.

Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Aug 01, 1975
Accession Number
ADA015035

Entities

People

  • Robert E. Schmidt

Organizations

  • United States Air Force School of Aerospace Medicine

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  • Biomedical

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  • Animals
  • Biomedical Research
  • Buildings And Structures
  • Environment
  • Laboratory Animals
  • Literature
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  • Maintenance Management
  • Medical Laboratories
  • Research Facilities

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  • Biology
  • Psychology

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