Abstract
The author describes a method of intragastric gavage in rabbits using a pediatric feeding tube. Researchers used this technique to administer radiolabeled cholesterol in a pilot study of cholesterol efflux. The author discusses specific considerations for gavaging rabbits, emphasizing occupational safety and rabbit welfare.
| Original language | English |
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| Pages (from-to) | 323-328 |
| Number of pages | 6 |
| Journal | Lab Animal |
| Volume | 37 |
| Issue number | 7 |
| DOIs | |
| Publication status | Published - 2008 |
Keywords
- cholesterol
- rabbits
- radiopharmaceuticals