Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is an SOP and why do I need one? How is this different from a Housing Exception Request form?
SOP stands for Standard Operating Procedures. An SOP defines the procedures that a lab will use for the husbandry care of the animals housed there. This should be reviewed by a clinical veterinarian and the ULAR Operations Manager to help ensure that appropriate procedures will be utilized. Refer to the IACUC Guideline for Housing of Animals in Laboratory Areas for details about the information and activities that need to be included in the SOP. A housing request form must be submitted for each species and protocol in which housing in a satellite facility is requested. However, if a satellite facility houses animals from multiple protocols and/or PIs, one SOP will be sufficient for that laboratory area so long as the information is adequate and applicable for all protocols.
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