Laboratory Animal Medicine
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Laboratory Animal Medicine is a specialized veterinary research field dedicated to ensuring the health, well-being, and ethical treatment of laboratory animals used in scientific investigations. Practitioners in this discipline provide comprehensive animal care, encompassing preventative medicine, diagnostics, treatment, and husbandry, all while upholding stringent animal welfare in research standards. This crucial area supports the integrity of biomedical animal models and advances comparative medicine by ensuring optimal conditions for reliable scientific outcomes.