A Method for the Measurement of Salivary Gland Function in Mice
Title:
A Method for the Measurement of Salivary Gland Function in Mice
Author:
Bagavant, Harini
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Publication Information:
Cambridge, MA MyJoVE Corp 2016
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online resource (449 seconds)
Series:
Immunology and Infection
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Abstract:
Salivary gland hypofunction is a frequent consequence of autoimmune disease and radiation therapy. Reproducible evaluation of salivary gland function in mouse models of these diseases is a technical challenge. Here, a simple method for accurate and reproducible measurement of saliva production in mice is described.
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https://www.jove.com/t/57203