About EBSA19 - Course I – Workshop - Animal By-Products in Research

Animal by-products (ABP) are defined as entire bodies or parts of animals, products of animal origin or other products obtained from animals, which are not intended for human consumption. ABP and their derived products are a potential source of risks to public and animal health. Consequently, their use, transport and disposal are strictly regulated at EU level. The ABP regulation covers a wide range of ABP with varying risks (category 1, 2 and 3) and different purposes of use (e.g. animal food, clothing, scientific research). Consequently, not all its requirements apply to all users of ABP, making it sometimes difficult for users to find their way in the complex regulatory framework. Such is the case for ABP intended for diagnostic, research and/or educational activities (e.g. bodies and parts of animals used for scientific or educational purposes, serum produced for use in biotechnology, purified polyclonal antibodies). The workshop aims at an open discussion on experiences with ABP use and disposal by people working in a research environment. The results of the discussion will inform a guidance document  for our members on how to deal with their ABP.

Facilitators:
Karen van der Meulen, Perseus, Belgium
Annebel De Vleeschouwer