An inventory of the health status of a (diseased) animal. This inventory can give an idea of the progression of a disease over time and is therefore essential in determining a humane endpointHumane endpoint The moment in the experiment at which pain and/or distress experienced by the investigational animal is ended or alleviated by either killing the animal humanely or by discontinuing the procedure.. Score sheetsScore sheet Form for recording clinical signs to determine animal well-being and if appropriate the application of a humane or scientific endpoint. can be used to monitor and record the clinical statusClinical status An inventory of the health status of a (diseased) animal. This inventory can give an idea of the progression of a disease over time and is therefore essential in determining a humane endpoint. Score sheets can be used to monitor and record the clinical status..