Which of the following does NOT need to be maintained by the IACUC?

The IACUC (Institutional Animal Care and Use Committee) is tasked with overseeing an institution's animal care program, ensuring compliance with federal laws and regulations regarding the use of animals in research. Among the documents and records that the committee must maintain, Assurance documents, semiannual reports, and minutes from meetings are all integral to demonstrating compliance and transparency in animal care practices.

The Assurance document serves as a formal agreement to abide by federal regulations concerning animal research. Semiannual reports are crucial for assessing the program's effectiveness and compliance with ethical standards. Minutes from IACUC meetings provide a record of the discussions and decisions made regarding animal care and use issues, ensuring accountability and continuity in oversight.

In contrast, while logs of laboratory records may be necessary for internal use and may facilitate tracking animal welfare and research activities, they are not specifically required to be maintained by the IACUC according to federal guidelines. The IACUC’s primary focus is on oversight and compliance rather than the maintenance of detailed laboratory operational records, which may fall under other institutional requirements. Therefore, logs of laboratory records do not need to be kept by the IACUC itself.