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Specific Pathogen Free
Specific Pathogen Free is a term used for laboratory animals that are guaranteed free of particular pathogens. It is always accompanied by a list of the absent pathogens. Use of SPF animals ensures that specified diseases do not interfere with an experiment. For example, absence of respiratory pathogens such as influenza in desirable when investigating a drug's effect on lung function. Additional recommended knowledge
PracticalCompletely germ freeThe animals can be born through a caesarian section then special care taken so the newborn does not acquire infections, such as use of sterile plastic bags with a positive pressure differential. A disadvantage is that any contact with pathogens will be fatal, since no protective bacterial flora are present (on the skin or in the intestine or respiratory tract). SPFTo certify SPF, the population is checked for presence of (antibodies against) the specified pathogens. Minimal disease statusWhen by accident some infection does occur, the population is said to have minimal disease status. MonitoringThe population is regularly checked to ensure the status still holds. ApplicationsSPF eggs can be used to make vaccines. |
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