The document provides guidelines for conducting a rat dissection, specifically of the Norway rat (Rattus norvegicus), commonly used in scientific research. It outlines objectives for the dissection, safety tips, and proper disposal of waste, emphasizing the need for personal protective equipment and cleanliness. Additionally, it includes instructions on comparing rat anatomy to human anatomy and identifying external structures.

1. Rat Dissection

2. Norway Rat (Brown Rat)
Rattus norvegicus
Albino variation
Bred and kept for scientific research
Dominant rat in North America & Europe

3. Dissection Tools
Probe
Needle
ForcepsScissors
Scalpel

4. Day 1 Objectives
To compare Rat anatomy to Human anatomy
To study to external structures of the rat
To remove the skin and study the muscular system
of the rat

5. Rat Anatomical Position
dorsal
ventral
anterior
posterior

6. Dissection Tips:
Use rat dissection guide booklet and colored photo card
to help you identify structures.
No food during lab!
Wear goggles, gloves, and aprons.
Dispose of waste (rat skin) in waste container, not
regular trash!
Store rats in labeled plastic baggie.
Rinse and dry dissection trays & tools at the end of lab.
Leave dissection kits open for air-drying.
Wipe down tables with disinfectant when finished.
Wash your hands!

7. Dissection Tips:
Use rat dissection guide booklet and colored photo card
to help you identify structures.
No food during lab!
Wear goggles, gloves, and aprons.
Dispose of waste (rat skin) in waste container, not
regular trash!
Store rats in labeled plastic baggie.
Rinse and dry dissection trays & tools at the end of lab.
Leave dissection kits open for air-drying.
Wipe down tables with disinfectant when finished.
Wash your hands!