A Novel Restraining Device for Small Animal Imaging Exams: Validation in Rabbits

Objective. To develop, validate, and patent a Restraining Device for Small Animal Imaging Exams (RDSAIE) that allows exams to be comfortably conducted without risks to animals and professionals. Methods. A RDSAIE with a mobile cover and shelf was built with transparent acrylic material. A total of s...

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Main Authors: Carlos Henrique Barbosa, Antonio Carlos Carvalho, Sérgio de Souza, Fernanda Machado, Fábio Guedes, André Monteiro, Alberto Schanaider
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Hindawi Limited 2015-01-01
Series:BioMed Research International
Online Access:http://dx.doi.org/10.1155/2015/571729