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Survivable Stereotaxic Surgery in Rodents
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Biology
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Survivable Stereotaxic Surgery in Rodents

Survivable Stereotaxic Surgery in Rodents

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October 06, 2008

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October 06, 2008

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The monitoring of extracellular neurotransmitter levels in distinct brain regions of freely moving animals offers insights on the link between neurotransmitter release and behavior. In vivo microdialysis coupled with electrochemical detection provides excellent anatomical and chemical resolution; and information on how basal neurotransmission is altered by pharmacological or physiological manipulations.

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