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5R58 - PicoLab® Mouse Diet 20 EXT
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PicoLab® Mouse Diet 20 EXT is formulated with 20% protein and 9% fat. It is designed for mouse colonies that may benefit from additional energy to maximize production in post-partum breeding, are exposed to higher stress levels, or many transgenic strains. This diet is a complete life cycle diet formulated using managed formulation, delivering Constant Nutrition®. This is paired with the selection of highest quality ingredients to assure minimal inherent biological variation in long-term studies. Irradiated in 3-ply packaging to provide bioburden reduction for animals in a barrier facility. LabDiet® 5R58 is offered as an irradiated extruded particle or meal; pelleted and/or non-irradiated/autoclavable options also available.
- Managed Formulation delivers Constant Nutrition®.
- High quality animal protein added to create a superior balance of amino acids for optimum performance.
- Designed to meet the energy needs of breeding mouse colonies, mice exposed to higher stress levels, and transgenic strains.
- Irradiation gives reliable microbial control and eliminates the need for autoclaving.
- LabDiet® 5R58 is an extruded equivalent to 5058.
| Nutrient | Min/Max | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Crude Protein | Min | 20.00 % |
| Crude Fat | Min | 9.00 % |
| Crude Fiber | Max | 4.00 % |
| Moisture | Max | 12.00 % |
| Ash | Max | 6.50 % |
Mice-Adult mice will eat up to 5 grams of pelleted ration daily. Some of the larger strains may eat as much as 8 grams per day per animal. Feed should be available on a free choice basis in wire feed-ers above the floor of the cage.