GB/T 18448.1-2001

This standard specifies the methods for detecting ectoparasites (such as mites, lice, and fleas) on laboratory animals, including sampling, examination procedures, and identification criteria. It is applied in laboratory animal breeding facilities, research institutions, and quality inspection departments to ensure the health status of animals used in biomedical experiments. The standard is critical for maintaining specific pathogen-free (SPF) animal colonies and preventing parasitic contamination that could compromise experimental results.