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The present protocol provides a detailed step-by-step description of the procedures required to execute measurements of respiratory system mechanics as well as the assessment of airway responsiveness to inhaled methacholine in mice using the forced oscillation technique (flexiVent; SCIREQ Inc, Montreal, Qc, Canada).
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McGovern, T. K., Robichaud, A., Fereydoonzad, L., Schuessler, T. F., Martin, J. G. Evaluation of Respiratory System Mechanics in Mice using the Forced Oscillation Technique. J. Vis. Exp. (75), e50172, doi:10.3791/50172 (2013).
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