Forms

Small Animal Surgical Record Form

• Policy on rodent surgical classifications and analgesic recommendations

Small Animal Surgery Online Notification Form

• Instructions on required procedures  to conduct surgery in rodents and lower vertebrates

Small Animal Surgery: Step-By-Step Program Requirements

• Comprehensive summary of small animal surgery and post-operative monitoring requirements

Buprenorphine ER is a special order. It is ready to pick up about one week after the order is placed and should be picked up after 1pm.

Buprenorphine ER Lab Order Form

• Instructions on how to administer extended release buprenorphine to rodents

Buprenorphine ER Lab Policy

• Information for obtaining DEA licenses may be found here: https://uofi.box.com/s/9omg0ap32du04pdw6h5035iy3gnflc34

• Instructions for obtaining drugs and supplies from the BRL Surgery Department may be found here: https://uofi.box.com/s/9omg0ap32du04pdw6h5035iy3gnflc34
• If ordering xylazine, dilution instructions can be found here: https://uofi.box.com/s/y4v5fgqcpk1mjns6clfgryk0j0znj3f7

NOTE: All orders must be placed at least three (3) business days prior to anticipated need. A confirmation email will be sent to the requester when orders are ready for pick-up.

For users needing to test their research biologics, materials can be submitted to Charles River Laboratories using the TAGCenter located in the BRL between rooms 125 and 123. Please review the user guidance  for information regarding  sample collection, submission, and shipping. Payment is due at the time of sample submission. If a copy of the quote is needed to generate a PO for payment, it can be found here. Please refer to the ACC’s Biologic Materials Policy for more information regarding testing requirements.

Please reach out to the BRL veterinary staff with any questions.

Irradiation Request Form

If technical difficulties arise when accessing the above form, please email brlsurgery@uic.edu to submit an irradiation request.