Which of the following is NOT a minimum IACUC membership category?

• A. DVM w/ lab animal medicine experience
• B. One member not affiliated w/ institution
• C. Scientist
• D. Pharmacist

Answer: (D)

The essential idea is that IACUC must include certain roles to ensure proper animal care, scientific review, and external/ethical perspectives. A veterinarian with training or experience in lab animal medicine is needed to oversee animal health and welfare. A scientist experienced in laboratory research provides expertise in study design and use of animals. A member not affiliated with the institution provides an outside viewpoint, and another participant with interests outside science (often a non-scientist) covers ethical or community concerns. A pharmacist is not a defined minimum category, so it isn’t required as part of the core committee makeup, though a pharmacist could serve if they bring relevant expertise.