The Rat Nervous System
An Introduction to Preparatory Techniques
1. Edition January 1997
X, 106 Pages, Softcover
Wiley & Sons Ltd
Short Description
This guide to the dissection and perfusion of rats focuses on the preparation of vascular and nervous tissue of adults, and general fetal preparation, for further biochemical analysis of microscopy. It shows investigators how to remove tissue and organs efficiently and humanely, with correct fixation appropriate to the tissue and subsequent analyses.
Provides an accessible guide to the dissection and perfusion of rats, placing particular emphasis on the preparation of nervous tissue for further study in the laboratory including biochemical analysis and microscopic study. Logically structured with highly illustrated chapters, the book provides a comprehensive introduction to those techniques required to provide consistent, high-quality tissues for subsequent investigation. An overview of the essential topics of animal husbandry of a high standard and minimisation of discomfort is also incorporated.
Anatomy of the Nervous System.
Anaesthesia.
Biological Fixation.
Brain Extraction.
Extraction of Selected Cranial Nerves, Intact Spinal Cord and Sciatic Nerves.
Appendices.
Glossary.
Bibliography.
Index.