Animal Use Amendments

If a significant change from a previously approved protocol is to be made, a formal amendment must be submitted for review to the ACFC.

Significant changes include:

1. Change in species
2. Change in drugs administered
3. Change in method of anesthesia
4. Change in method of euthanasia
5. Inclusion of new surgical procedures
6. Procedures that cause pain or distress in conscious animals
7. Prolonged restraint
8. Use of hazardous substances that involve possible exposure of personnel or animals in the animal facility.

The following changes would NOT be considered significant:

1. Changes in strain, stock, or breed of animal
2. Moving an animal from one approved animal facility to another
3. Changes in in vitro procedures involving animal tissues
4. Changes in funding agency, grant or account.

Faculty are encourage to call either Clint Burgher or Dr. Elizabeth Dodemaide relative to questions on whether a change requires an amendment or not. In some instances, a new protocol may be required. Additional information on the review process for the use of animals can be found at acfc.rutgers.edu.

Clint Burgher
848-932-9415

Dr. Elizabeth Dodemaide
848-445-4168