11 Questions
What is one of the preventive health care measures to prevent viral infections in animal tissue culture?
Washing hands regularly with soap and water
What is the primary goal of evaluating animals before using their tissues?
To identify signs of viral diseases
What factor contributes to the incidence of viral infection in animal tissue culture?
The type of virus
Who should be consulted to provide the correct diagnosis and develop an appropriate treatment plan for viral infections in animal tissue culture?
A veterinarian or a human medical doctor
Why is it important to use clean and sterile tools and equipment in animal tissue culture?
To prevent the contamination of cultures
What is tissue culture defined as?
A biological technique for growing cells and tissues of living organisms outside the body of the organism
What is required for the growth and reproduction of cultured cells?
A constant supply of nutrients and sterile laboratory conditions
How can viral infections be transmitted from one animal to another?
Through vectors such as insects or ticks, or through droplets produced when an infected animal coughs or sneezes
What is one of the general measures to reduce the risk of viral infection in animal tissue culture?
Ensuring personal hygiene and general hygiene on the farm or facility
What is the main application of tissue culture in biology?
Research and development in biology
What is included in the agricultural media used for tissue culture?
Simple sugars, vitamins, and hormones
Study Notes
Tissue Culture Definition
- Tissue culture is a biological technique for growing cells and tissues of living organisms outside the body in a laboratory.
- It involves using agricultural media, such as agar, that provides essential nutrients like simple sugars, vitamins, and hormones for cell growth and reproduction.
Importance of Sterility
- Tissue culture requires sterile laboratory conditions and a constant supply of nutrients for cell growth.
- Sterile tools and equipment are essential in all activities related to animal tissue culture.
Viral Infections in Animal Tissue Culture
- Viral infections can occur in animal tissue culture through direct contact, droplets, vectors, and mother-to-offspring transmission.
- The incidence of viral infection depends on the type of virus, mode of transmission, and its effect on animals and humans.
Preventive Measures
- Wash hands regularly with soap and water, or use hand sanitizer if soap and water are not available.
- Evaluate animals before using their tissues to ensure no signs of viral diseases.
- Ensure personal hygiene and general hygiene on the farm or facility that grows animal tissue.
- Avoid direct contact with animals infected with viral diseases.
Treatment of Viral Infections
- Treatment may include antiviral medications, immune-supportive measures, and isolation of infected animals.
- Consult an expert in veterinary or human medicine for correct diagnosis and an appropriate treatment plan.
Learn about tissue culture, a biological technique for growing cells and tissues outside the body, and its relation to viral infection and treatment. Understand the laboratory conditions and nutrients required for cell growth and reproduction.
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