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Evaluation of Vascular Control Mechanisms Utilizing Video Microscopy of Isolated Resistance Arteries of Rats
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JoVE Journal Medicine
Evaluation of Vascular Control Mechanisms Utilizing Video Microscopy of Isolated Resistance Arteries of Rats
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10:28 min

December 05, 2017

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Chapters

  • 00:05Title
  • 01:22Solution and Vessel Chamber Preparation
  • 04:47Cannnulated Artery Preparation
  • 08:03Results: Response of Isolated, Cannulated Middle Cerebral Arteries Depends on Both Dietary and Genetic Factors
  • 09:10Conclusion

Summary

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This manuscript describes in vitro video microscopy protocols for evaluating vascular function in rat cerebral resistance arteries. The manuscript also describes techniques for evaluating microvessel density with fluorescently labeled lectin and tissue perfusion using Laser Doppler Flowmetry.

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