Comparative Medicine Branch

Infectious Disease Pathogenesis Section

The Infectious Disease Pathogenesis Section provides support to NIAID investigators and programs that conduct research involving animals. Our veterinarians provide expertise in veterinary pathology with regard to experimental design and the conduct, interpretation, and publication of studies involving laboratory animals. Other major areas of interest include infectious diseases, pathogenesis of disease, and pathology of the lymphoid system.

Section Staff

Randy Elkins, D.V.M.; Diplomate, ACLAM, Section Chief
Associate Director for Laboratory Animal Resources and Animal Program Director
Chief, Comparative Medicine Branch
Marlene Orandle, D.V.M., PhD., Pathologist
Mahnaz Minai, Histotechnologist

Rodent Pathology Information

• Pathology and Biology of Genetically Engineered Mice
• Rodent Immunohistochemistry

Information

• Other Resources