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
Scissors
Forceps
Probe
Scalpel
Needle

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
posterior
anterior
ventral

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!