A procedure for intravenous injection using external jugular vein in Mongolian gerbil (Meriones unguiculatus) |
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Authors: | Kakol Palm D Holländer P |
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Affiliation: | Department of Integrative Pharmacology, AstraZeneca R&D M?lndal, M?lndal, Sweden. Dorota.Kakol-Palm@astrazeneca.com |
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Abstract: | The Mongolian gerbil is commonly used in medical research. Intravenous administration of compounds in gerbils is difficult as tail vein injection sites are not visible. The present study describes a method for intravenous administration into the jugular vein in Mongolian gerbil by using an 'over-the-needle' catheter under anaesthesia. The catheter penetrates the pectoral muscle and is easily inserted into the vein. The method is simple and avoids extensive surgery in the animals. |
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