Eliminating exposure to allergens is the treatment of choice for laboratory animal allergies. OMS clinicians recommend that employees with suspected allergies to laboratory animals be assigned alternate duties and be fitted for an N-95 respirator while the employees’ symptoms are evaluated. If enhanced safety procedures and equipment do not control the employee’s symptoms, an OMS medical provider recommends that the worker permanently be assigned duties that do not involve contact with laboratory animals.
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Which one of the following is the most common symptom of laboratory animal allergy?
Symptoms of laboratory animal allergy (LAA 1 ) can involve the skin, eyes, nose, and lower respiratory tract. The most common symptoms are nasal congestion, runny nose, sneezing, skin rashes, and itchy, watery eyes.Jan 1, 2001
How can you prevent allergies when handling laboratory animals?
Keep cages and animal areas clean. Reduce skin contact with animal products such as dander, serum, and urine by using gloves, lab coats, and approved particulate respirators with faceshields. Spend as little time as possible in the room where animals are kept.
Which would be considered a first line of defense for reducing exposures to laboratory animal allergens in symptomatic workers?
Note: The first line of defense against personnel injuries or exposures in the laboratory or animal care setting is minimizing any exposure of skin on the limbs or trunk of the body. This includes the foot which should be fully enclosed in the shoe.
What statement is true about exposure to allergens of laboratory animals?
What statement is TRUE about exposure to allergens of laboratory animals? Allergens can be present on any work surface. Which mediator can cause coughing, wheezing, sneezing, and other symptoms of an allergic reaction?
Which facility design element can reduce the likelihood of an allergic reaction?
Facility design can be helpful in reducing the incidence of animal allergies. The use of HEPA filters and humidifiers can reduce certain animal allergens.
Can I be allergic to mice?
You can potentially develop allergies to various kinds of animals, including mice. Whether you are dealing with pests in your attic or want to keep mice as pets, mouse allergies can pose a health risk. Learn more about mouse allergies, the symptoms of this allergy, and whether to consider taking an allergy test below.Jun 6, 2021
Which mediator can cause coughing wheezing sneezing and other symptoms of an allergic reaction?
Histamine and other mediators are produced by mast cells, which are released during the allergic reaction inducing allergy symptoms.May 31, 2021
What source of protein allergens causes laboratory animal allergies?
In the case of allergies to laboratory animals, the proteins most frequently associated with the allergic reaction are found in the animal's urine, saliva and dander.
Where can the most common allergen associated with laboratory animal allergy be found?
In the case of a laboratory animal allergy, the proteins most commonly associated with allergic reactions are found in the animal's urine, saliva, and dander. Workers with regular contact with laboratory animals often develop allergies to them.
Which of the following hazards are linked to the use of laboratory animals in research?
Hazards Associated With The Use Of Laboratory Animals* These hazards include 1) bites, scratches, and kicks; 2) allergic reactions; and 3) possible zoonotic diseases. The key to minimizing these hazards is awareness and proper training.
What is a chronic symptom of laboratory animal allergies?
LAA symptoms can include but are not limited to nasal congestion, sneezing, irritated eyes, and rashes. More serious cases can lead to asthma (shortness of breath, wheezing, coughing). Some employees may eventually have to leave their work with animals if their symptoms are severe.Jan 31, 2019
What is an engineering control?
These are tools or equipment designed to capture the allergens before exposure can occur. Engineering controls are the most effective type of workplace controls. They include, but are not limited to, the following:
Do you have to complete the AUMs form prior to work?
All persons working in rooms where animals and/or animal fluids are present and/or working directly with animal tissue, must complete the AUMS form prior to work. There is a link to the AUMS form on the EH&S