Assistant Laboratory Animal Technician (ALAT) Practice Exam

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What can be a consequence of not quarantining newly purchased animals?

  1. Increased facility temperature

  2. Rapid adoption of the animals

  3. Outbreak of disease

  4. Oversupply of animal resources

The correct answer is: Outbreak of disease

Not quarantining newly purchased animals can lead to an outbreak of disease within a facility. When animals are introduced to a population without a period of observation, there's a risk that they may carry pathogens or parasites that are not immediately apparent. This can result in the transmission of infectious diseases to previously healthy animals, causing widespread illness and potential death among the population. Quarantine serves as a critical biosecurity measure that allows for the monitoring of new animals for any signs of disease and helps ensure the overall health of the existing animal population. By failing to implement this practice, facilities risk compromising animal welfare and could also face significant impacts on research outcomes and operational effectiveness.

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