We would like to thank Alex Miller for manuscript revisions. This work was supported with the research grants awarded to M.G. from Cure CMD, Struggle Against Muscular Dystrophy (SAM) and Muscular Dystrophy Association (218938).

1. Tissue Ernte und Einfrieren von Muskelgewebe <ol><li> Euthanize die Maus mit einer Überdosis Isofluran (2-Chlor-2- (difluormethoxy) -1,1,1-trifluor-ethan). Führen Sie diesen Schritt in einem Abzug und verwenden Sie eine Auffangverfahren, wie einem Exsikkator oder einer Glasglocke, die ein Wattestäbchen in Isofluran getränkt. </li><li> Tod Bestätigen fest drückte Fußballen. Verwenden Sie eine sekundäre Methode der Euthanasie wie Genickbruch. </li><li> Befeuchten Sie das Fell mit 70% Alkohol, um das Anhaften von losen Haarsträhnen auf die Muskeln zu reduzieren. Schälen Sie die Haut von dem Schenkel mit einer feinen Pinzette, wie # 5. </li><li> Trennen Sie vorsichtig die Muskeln von Interesse (tibialis anterior (TA) in diesem Fall) von den Knochen unter, ausgehend von der Sehne und zu entfernen. </li><li> Auszuschneiden den Muskel, bedecken Sie es in OCT (optimale Schnitt Temperatur-Verbindung), und legen Sie ihn flach auf einem markierten Einweggefrierform. Stellen Sie sicher, dass der Muskel an seinem normalen physiologischen Orientierung (Kopf bis tail) ohne Dehnung. Alternativ einfrieren den Muskel auf kleinen Styropor-Plätze und stecken Sie es mit Insektenstifte auf die richtige Länge der Muskeln zu gewährleisten. </li><li> Chill-2-Methylbutan (Isopentan) in einem Stahlbecher mit Hilfe von flüssigem Stickstoff. Dies dauert im Durchschnitt 3-5 min. Halten Sie das Rühren mit Unterbrechungen bis weiße Niederschläge beginnen, sich auf den Boden und die Wände des Bechers zu bilden. HINWEIS: Wenn dies geschieht, Isopentan optimale Gefriertemperatur erreicht hat (150 ° C) </li><li> Tauchen Die Formen, die Muskeln in der gekühlten 2-Methylbutan. Einfrieren kleinen Muskeln, wie der Membran und extensor digitorum longus (EDL) für 6-12 sec und größere Muskeln wie gastrocnemius soleus (GS) und Trizeps für 15-20 sec. Die Muskeln Nicht einfrieren zu lange, da dies zu Rissen führen. </li><li> Übertragen Sie die gefrorenen Gewebe auf Trockeneis und lassen Sie die Isopentan verdampft (beachten Sie, dass dieser Prozess dauert im Durchschnitt etwa 15 bis 20 min). Wickeln Sie das Gewebe in Aluminiumfolie und im Kühlschrank bei ultra niedriger Temperatur (-70 ° C bis -80 ° C) bis zum Schneiden. </li></ol> 2. Einbindung der Gewebe in OCT zu Tissue-Block vorbereiten <ol><li> Transport Gewebe auf Trockeneis zu cyrostat zu Auftauen zu verhindern. Transfer Gewebe Kryostatkammer (bei -20 bis -24 ° C eingestellt, um volle Auftauen der Gewebe zu vermeiden) und lassen Sie sie für 30 Minuten ins Gleichgewicht kommen. </li><li> Drehen Sie das Peltier-Kühlschacht auf. Wenn der Kryostat nicht diese Kühlung haben, verwenden Aerosolkühlspray, schnell einfrieren Oktober Lassen Sie sich nicht den Muskel Tauwetter zu irgendeinem Zeitpunkt während der Einbettung, da dies zu Frostschäden führen. </li><li> Fügen Sie eine gleichmäßige dünne Schicht von Oktober auf der Probenscheibe und abkühlen lassen. Wenn die meisten der Oktober ist auf dem Boden, während immer noch Flüssigkeit auf der Oberseite eingefroren, legen Sie die Gewebe an der richtigen Ausrichtung (senkrecht zur OCT zur Querabschnitte und parallel Oktober für Längsschnitte). Benutzen Sie Aerosol-Kühlspray, schnell einfrieren Oktober Tippen Sie auf die unembeded Teil des Gewebes mit Wärme extRactor und warten Sie 45 Sekunden. </li><li> Fügen Sie eine weitere dünne Schicht Oktober rund um die Muskeln, Aerosolspray mit Kühlspray und extrahieren Sie die Hitze wie im vorherigen Schritt. </li><li> Halten Sie das Hinzufügen Oktober in kleinen Schritten und schnell einfrieren des OAT mit einer Kombination von Aerosol-Kühlspray und Wärmeableitblock bis der ganze Muskel wird abgedeckt. </li><li> Legen Sie die Wärmeableitblock auf der Oberseite der Gewebeblock, und warten Sie 5 Minuten. </li></ol> 3. Vorbereitung Profile und Identifizieren der Teile von Mid-Bauch Region der Muskeln <ol><li> Montieren Sie die Probe auf die Probe Kopf. Ziehen Sie den Knopf, um die Disc zu sichern. Stellen Sie sicher, dass die Objektplatte ist in einem guten Kontakt mit dem Objektkopf. </li><li> Passen Sie die Raumtemperatur zwischen -21 und -24 ° C, und warten Sie, bis die eingestellte Temperatur erreicht ist. </li><li> Passen Sie die Einstellungen Dicke (7 &amp; mgr; m); schneiden Sie den Block durch Vorschieben oder Zurückziehen des Blocks mit Grob- und Feineinstellungen. </li><li> Sammeln Sie die AbschnitteAuf vorgewärmten positiv geladenen Objektträgern durch Drücken der Oberseite des Schiebers auf die Abschnitte mit der Anziehung zwischen entgegengesetzten Ladungen, um die Haftung der ausgeschnittenen Abschnitte zu der Folie zu erleichtern. </li><li> Identifizieren Sie die Mitte der Bauchabschnitte durch Messung Querschnittsfläche (CSA) der Abschnitte. Tun Sie dies mit Imaging-Software auf dem Computer, an das Mikroskop angeschlossen ist. HINWEIS: Phasenkontrastbilder aufgenommen und Umfang des gesamten Muskel wird über eine Rückverfolgung-Funktion auf dem Software-Programm gemessen. Dies wird sowohl CSA sowie minimale Frettchen Messer (Maß für die Faserquerschnittsgröße, die als der kleinste Abstand zwischen zwei parallelen Tangenten an gegenüberliegenden Seiten eines Teilchens ausgedrückt wird) Messungen zu erhalten. Hinweis: Bei der CSA und Frettchen Mindestdurchmessermessungen beginnen, Plateau, hat Mitte Bauch erreicht ist. </li><li> Inventur und Archivierung der Objektträger bei -80 ° C für die künftige Färbung. HINWEIS: Oktober muss nicht vor der entfernt werden, um staining Verfahren. Sobald Folien eingedeckt werden, sind sie bereit, sofort gefärbt werden. </li></ol> 4. Die Färbung HINWEIS: Während ausführliche Schritt-für-Schritt-Verfahren finden Sie auf der Produkt-Datenblatt entnommen werden und sollte für Färbeverfahren befolgt werden, können persönliche Optimierung erforderlich, um eine optimale Färbung zu erhalten. <ol><li> Da die Montage Medien (siehe Tabelle) ist nicht mit Wasser mischbar ist, dehydrieren gleitet durch zunehmende Grade von Alkohol (2 min jeweils in 70%, 95% und 100% Ethanol), und deaktivieren Sie sie mit Xylol (100% für 5 Minuten), um sicherzustellen, Dias nicht undurchsichtig über die Zeit. </li><li> Deckglas Sektionen und trocknen lassen. Bild mit Mikroskop mit Bildbearbeitungssoftware ausgestattet. </li></ol>

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Histologie und Immunhistochemie wurden als wichtige Instrumente für das Verständnis der Manifestation und Progression der Pathologie in verschiedenen neuromuskulären Erkrankungen eingesetzt. Klassischerweise wurden Muskelbiopsien ersten in Formaldehyd fixiert und dann mit Paraffinwachs eingebettet. Während Formaldehydfixierung bewahrt Gewebearchitektur und ermöglicht Gewebe Lagerung und Transport bei RT, inaktiviert es auch Enzyme und Proteine ​​Vernetzungen erfordern weitere Schritte, um genaue Immunfärbung z...

Prüfung der Muskel Histologie spielt eine entscheidende Rolle für das Verständnis der verschiedenen Arten von neuromuskulären Störungen 1-4. Wenn sie mit anderen Techniken kombiniert, erlaubt es Forschern, eine bessere Vorstellung von der Manifestation und Progression der Pathologie zu bekommen und kann auch wichtig sein, um die Wirksamkeit eines therapeutischen Interventions 5-10 bewerten. Jedoch genau zu sein, müssen die Gewebe in der richtigen Art und Weise gespeichert, die den physiologischen Zustand unmittelbar vor dem Herausschneiden erhalten. Dies erfordert große Sorgfalt bei der Entnahme, Konservierung, Schnitte, und Färbung. Gewebe können auf zwei verschiedenen Wegen für lichtmikroskopische Untersuchung vorbereitet werden. Das erste Verfahren, Formalin fixierten und in Paraffin eingebetteten (FFPE) Abschnitten erfordert Gewebe in 10% gepuffertem Formaldehyd natürlichen bevor sie mit Paraffin eingebettet 11,12 fixiert werden. Der Fixierungsschritt hilft, Morphologie besser zu bewahren, sondern auch Querverbindungen endogenen proteins macht es erforderlich komplizierte Antigen-Retrieval-Verfahren für die Immunfärbung und die Beseitigung der Möglichkeit der enzymatischen Flecken auf solche Abschnitte 12. Gefrierschnitte andererseits brauchen nicht vor, eine feste oder verarbeitet werden sollen; daher sind Proteine ​​in der Lage, native biologische Konformationen 13,14 beibehalten. Ferner gefrorene Schnitte auch schnelle Durchlaufzeit, die manchmal notwendig ist, beispielsweise in der intraoperativen Diagnose von Sarkomen und anderen chirurgischen Biopsien 15 ermöglichen. , Wenn nicht richtig gemacht, Diese Methode ist jedoch anfällig für Schäden, die Änderungen an Muskel-Architektur macht die Abschnitte ungeeignet für die histologische Untersuchung stellt einfrieren. Dieses Papier wird die effektivste Methode, um Muskelbiopsien, um eine optimale Färbung für die ordnungsgemäße Prüfung zu erreichen vorbereiten zu skizzieren.

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			<td>Cryostat</td>
			<td>Leica CM 1850&#160;</td>
			<td>Leica Microsystems Inc.</td>
			<td>Buffalo Grove, IL 60089 United States, office phone 1-800 248 0123 
			Richard Allen Scientific</td>
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			<td>Microscope</td>
			<td>Nikon Eclipse 50i&#160;</td>
			<td>Nikon Instruments Inc.</td>
			<td>1300 Walt Whitman Road, Melville, N.Y. 11747-3064, U.S.A. 
			Phone: +1-631-547-8500 
			Olympus</td>
		</tr>
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			<td>Image analysis software</td>
			<td>Nikon Imaging Software Basic Research</td>
			<td>Nikon Instruments Inc.</td>
			<td>1300 Walt Whitman Road, Melville, N.Y. 11747-3064, U.S.A. 
			Phone: +1-631-547-8500 
			Image J, Metamorph</td>
		</tr>
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			<td>Isoflurane</td>
			<td>14043-220-05</td>
			<td>JD Medical Dist. Co., Inc.</td>
			<td>JD Medical Distrubuting Co., Inc 1923 West Peoria Avenue Phoenix, Arizona 85029</td>
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			<td>OCT</td>
			<td>4583</td>
			<td>Sakura Inc.</td>
			<td>Sakrua Fintek, USA, Torrence, CA 90501, USA 
			Leica Microsystem</td>
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			<td>Freeze It</td>
			<td>23-022524</td>
			<td>Thermofisher</td>
			<td>790 Memorial Dr, Cambridge, MA, USA, 02139 
			VWR Scientific</td>
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			<td>Disposable tissue mold</td>
			<td>22-363-554</td>
			<td>Thermofisher</td>
			<td>790 Memorial Dr, Cambridge, MA, USA, 02139 
			VWR Scientific</td>
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			<td>Colorfrost plus slides</td>
			<td>9991001</td>
			<td>Thermofisher</td>
			<td>790 Memorial Dr, Cambridge, MA, USA, 02139 
			VWR Scientific</td>
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			<td>Acetone</td>
			<td>650501-4L</td>
			<td>Sigma-Aldrich</td>
			<td>3050 Spruce Street, St.Louis MO, 63103 
			VWR Scientific</td>
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			<td>Ethyl alcohol</td>
			<td>HC-1300-1GL</td>
			<td>Thermofisher</td>
			<td>790 Memorial Dr, Cambridge, MA, USA, 02139 
			VWR Scientific</td>
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			<td>2-methyl butane</td>
			<td>M 32631-SL</td>
			<td>Sigma-Aldrich</td>
			<td>3050 Spruce Street, St.Louis MO, 63103 
			VWR Scientific</td>
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			<td>Xylene</td>
			<td>HC-7001GA</td>
			<td>Thermofisher</td>
			<td>790 Memorial Dr, Cambridge, MA, USA, 02139 
			VWR Scientific</td>
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			<td>Cytoseal 280</td>
			<td>8311-4</td>
			<td>Thermofisher</td>
			<td>790 Memorial Dr, Cambridge, MA 02139 
			VWR Scientific</td>
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			<td>Hematoxylin Gill #3</td>
			<td>CS402-1D</td>
			<td>Thermofisher</td>
			<td>790 Memorial Dr, Cambridge, MA, USA, 02139 
			VWR Scientific</td>
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			<td>Eosin</td>
			<td>6766007</td>
			<td>Thermofisher</td>
			<td>790 Memorial Dr, Cambridge, MA, USA, 02139 
			VWR Scientific</td>
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do's and don'ts in the preparation of muscle cryosections for histological analysis

Histologische Bewertung von Muskelbiopsien wurde als unverzichtbares Instrument für das Verständnis der Entwicklung und Progression von Pathologie der neuromuskulären Erkrankungen serviert. Um dies zu tun, muss jedoch die richtige Pflege, wenn das Ausschneiden und die Erhaltung Gewebe, um eine optimale Färbung erreichen ergriffen werden. Eine Methode der Gewebekonservierung beinhaltet Befestigungs Gewebe in Formaldehyd und dann Einbettung mit Paraffinwachs. Dieses Verfahren bewahrt Morphologie gut und ermöglicht langfristige Lagerung bei Raumtemperatur, ist aber umständlich und erfordert Umgang mit giftigen Chemikalien. Ferner Formaldehydfixierung ergibt Antigen Vernetzung, die Antigen-Retrieval-Protokolle für eine wirksame Immunfärbung erfordert. Im Gegenteil, ist gefrorene Schnitte nicht Fixierung erfordern und somit behält biologischen Antigen-Konformation. Dieses Verfahren stellt auch einen entscheidenden Vorteil in der schnellen Durchlaufzeit, so dass es besonders hilfreich in Situationen, brauchen schnelle histologische Auswertung wie intraoperative chirurgischen Biopsien. Hier beschreiben wir die effektivste Methode zur Herstellung von Muskelbiopsien zur Visualisierung mit unterschiedlichen histologischen und immunologischen Flecken.

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Ultrasound Based Assessment of Coronary Artery Flow and Coronary Flow Reserve Using the Pressure Overload Model in Mice

Transthoracic Doppler echocardiography (TTDE) is a clinically useful, noninvasive tool for studying coronary artery flow velocity and coronary flow reserve (CFR) in humans. Reduced CFR is accompanied by marked intramyocardial and pericoronary fibrosis and is used as an indication of the severity of dysfunction. This study explores, step-by-step, the real-time changes measured in the coronary flow velocity, CFR and systolic to diastolic peak velocity (S/D) ratio in the setting of an aortic banding model in mice. By using a Doppler transthoracic imaging technique that yields reproducible and reliable data, the method assesses changes in flow in the septal coronary artery (SCA), for a period of over two weeks in mice, that previously either underwent aortic banding or thoracotomy. 
During imaging, hyperemia in all mice was induced by isoflurane, an anesthetic that increased coronary flow velocity when compared with resting flow. All images were acquired by a single imager. Two ratios, (1) CFR, the ratio between hyperemic and baseline flow velocities, and (2) systolic (S) to diastolic (D) flow were determined, using a proprietary software and by two independent observers. Importantly, the observed changes in coronary flow preceded LV dysfunction as evidenced by normal LV mass and fractional shortening (FS). 
The method was benchmarked against the current gold standard of coronary assessment, histopathology. The latter technique showed clear pathologic changes in the coronary artery in the form of peri-coronary fibrosis that correlated to the flow changes as assessed by echocardiography. 
The study underscores the value of using a non-invasive technique to monitor coronary circulation in mouse hearts. The method minimizes redundant use of research animals and demonstrates that advanced ultrasound-based indices, such as CFR and S/D ratios, can serve as viable diagnostic tools in a variety of investigational protocols including drug studies and the study of genetically modified strains.

Coronary flow reserve (CFR) is useful for assessment of myocardial oxygen demand and evaluation of cardiovascular risk. This study establishes a step-by-step transthoracic Doppler echocardiographic (TTDE) method for longitudinal monitoring of the changes in CFR, as measured from coronary artery in mice, under the experimental pressure overload of aortic banding.

Ultraschall Basierend Beurteilung der koronaren Herzfluss und koronare Flussreserve Mit der Drucküberlastung Modell an der Maus

Transthoracic Doppler echocardiography (TTDE) is a clinically useful, noninvasive tool for studying coronary artery flow velocity and coronary flow ...

Human Vastus Lateralis Skeletal Muscle Biopsy Using the Weil-Blakesley Conchotome

Percutaneous muscle biopsy using the Weil-Blakesley conchotome is well established in both clinical and research practice. It is a safe, effective and well tolerated technique. The Weil-Blakesley conchotome has a sharp biting tip with a 4 - 6 mm wide hollow. It is inserted through a 5 - 10 mm skin incision and can be maneuvered for controlled tissue penetration. The tip is opened and closed within the tissue and then rotated through 90 -180&#176; to cut the muscle. The amount of muscle obtained following repeated sampling can vary from 20 mg to 290 mg which can be processed for both histology and molecular studies. The wound needs to be kept dry and vigorous physical activity kept to a minimum for approximately 72 hr although normal levels of activity can restart immediately following the procedure. This procedure is safe and effective when close attention is paid to the selection of subjects, full asepsis and post procedure care. &#160;Both right and left vastus lateralis are suitable for biopsy dependent on participant preference.

Human Vastus Lateralis Skeletal Muscle Biopsy Using the Weil-Blakesley Conchotome

This video demonstrates the technique of percutaneous muscle biopsy of the human vastus lateralis using the Weil-Blakesley conchotome.

Mensch<em&gt; Vastus lateralis</em&gt; Skeletal Muscle Biopsy die Weil-Blakesley Conchotom Verwendung

Percutaneous muscle biopsy using the Weil-Blakesley conchotome is well established in both clinical and research practice. It is a safe, effective and ...

Dissection of the Mouse Pancreas for Histological Analysis and Metabolic Profiling

We have been investigating the pancreas specific transcription factor, 1a cre-recombinase; lox-stop-lox- Kristen rat sarcoma, glycine to aspartic acid at the 12 codon (Ptf1acre/+;LSL-KrasG12D/+) mouse strain as a model of human pancreatic cancer. The goal of our current studies is to identify novel metabolic biomarkers of pancreatic cancer progression. We have performed metabolic profiling of urine, feces, blood, and pancreas tissue extracts, as well as histological analyses of the pancreas to stage the cancer progression. The mouse pancreas is not a well-defined solid organ like in humans, but rather is a diffusely distributed soft tissue that is not easily identified by individuals unfamiliar with mouse internal anatomy or by individuals that have little or no experience performing mouse organ dissections. The purpose of this article is to provide a detailed step-wise visual demonstration to guide novices in the removal of the mouse pancreas by dissection. This article should be especially valuable to students and investigators new to research that requires harvesting of the mouse pancreas by dissection for metabolic profiling or histological analyses.

This video article provides a detailed demonstration of the procedures required to successfully remove the pancreas from a mouse by dissection for histological analysis and metabolic profiling.

Dissektion der Maus Bauchspeicheldrüse für histologische Analyse und Metabolic Profiling

We have been investigating the pancreas specific transcription factor, 1a cre-recombinase; lox-stop-lox- Kristen rat sarcoma, glycine to aspartic acid at ...

Echocardiographic and Histological Examination of Cardiac Morphology in the Mouse

An increasing number of genetically modified mouse models has become available in recent years. Moreover, the number of pharmacological studies performed in mice is high. Phenotypic characterization of these mouse models also requires the examination of cardiac function and morphology. Echocardiography and magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) are commonly used approaches to characterize cardiac function and morphology in mice. Echocardiographic and MRI equipment specialized for use in small rodents is&#160;expensive and requires a dedicated space. This protocol describes cardiac measurements in mice using a clinical echocardiographic system with a 15 MHz human vascular probe. Measurements are performed on anesthetized adult mice. At least three image sequences are recorded and analyzed for each animal in M-mode in the parasternal short-axis view. Afterwards, cardiac histological examination is performed, and cardiomyocyte diameters are determined on hematoxylin-eosin- or wheat germ agglutinin (WGA)-stained paraffin sections. Vessel density is determined morphometrically after Pecam-1 immunostaining. The protocol has been applied successfully to pharmacological studies and different genetic animal models under baseline conditions, as well as after experimental myocardial infarction by the permanent ligation of the left anterior descending coronary artery (LAD). In our experience, echocardiographic investigation is limited to anesthetized animals and is feasible in adult mice weighing at least 25 g.

Echocardiographic examination is frequently used in mice. Expensive high-resolution ultrasound devices have been developed for this purpose. This protocol describes an affordable echocardiographic procedure combined with histological morphometric analyses to determine cardiac morphology.

Echokardiographische und histologische Untersuchung der kardiale Morphologie in der Maus

An increasing number of genetically modified mouse models has become available in recent years. Moreover, the number of pharmacological studies performed ...

In Vivo Evaluation of the Mechanical and Viscoelastic Properties of the Rat Tongue

The tongue is a highly innervated and vascularized muscle hydrostat on the floor of the mouth of most vertebrates. Its primary functions include supporting mastication and deglutition, as well as taste-sensing and phonetics. Accordingly, the strength and volume of the tongue can impact the ability of vertebrates to accomplish basic activities such as feeding, communicating, and breathing. Human patients with sleep apnea have enlarged tongues, characterized by reduced muscle tone and increased intramuscular fat that can be visualized and quantified by magnetic resonance imaging (MRI). The abilities to measure force generation and viscoelastic properties of the tongue constitute important tools for obtaining functional information to correlate with imaging data. Here, we present techniques for measuring tongue force production in anesthetized Zucker rats via electrical stimulation of the hypoglossal nerves and for determining the viscoelastic properties of the tongue by applying passive Lissajous force/deformation curves.

In Vivo Evaluation of the Mechanical and Viscoelastic Properties of the Rat Tongue

We describe a surgical procedure in an anesthetized rat model for determining the muscle tone and viscoelastic properties of the tongue. The procedure involves specific stimulation of the hypoglossal nerves and application of passive Lissajous force/deformation curves to the muscle.

In vivo Auswertung der mechanischen und viskoelastischen Eigenschaften der Rattenzunge

The tongue is a highly innervated and vascularized muscle hydrostat on the floor of the mouth of most vertebrates. Its primary functions include ...

On-Site Sampling and Extraction of Brain Tumors for Metabolomics and Lipidomics Analysis

Despite the variety of tools available for cancer diagnosis and classification, methods that enable fast and simple characterization of tumors are still in need. In recent years, mass spectrometry has become a method of choice for untargeted profiling of discriminatory compound as potential biomarkers of a disease. Biofluids are generally considered as preferable matrices given their accessibility and easier sample processing while direct tissue profiling provides more selective information about a given cancer. Preparation of tissues for the analysis via traditional methods is much more complex and time-consuming, and, therefore, not suitable for fast on-site analysis. The current work presents a protocol combining sample preparation and extraction of small molecules on-site, immediately after tumor resection. The sampling device, which is of the size of an acupuncture needle, can be inserted directly into the tissue and then transported to the nearby laboratory for instrumental analysis. The results of metabolomics and lipidomics analyses demonstrate the capability of the approach for the establishment of phenotypes of tumors related to the histological origin of the tumor, malignancy, and genetic mutations, as well as for the selection of discriminating compounds or potential biomarkers. The non-destructive nature of the technique permits subsequent performance of routinely used tests e.g., histological tests, on the same samples used for SPME analysis, thus enabling attainment of more comprehensive information to support personalized diagnostics.

The manuscript presents on-site sampling of human brain tumors with solid phase microextraction followed by their biochemical profiling towards the discovery of biomarkers.

Vor-Ort-Probenahme und Extraktion von Hirntumoren für die Metabolomik- und Lipidomik-Analyse

Despite the variety of tools available for cancer diagnosis and classification, methods that enable fast and simple characterization of tumors are still ...

Dissection Techniques and Histological Sampling of the Heart in Large Animal Models for Cardiovascular Diseases

The standard gross examination and sampling are key elements in the reproducibility and success of experimental studies of cardiovascular diseases carried out in large animals. Considering the complex anatomy of the heart, interspecies differences, and the types of compensatory and pathological reactions, consistent protocols are challenging to implement. The utilization of multiple dissection protocols is usually adapted to suit the prosector's experience, and personal preference continues to be a source of experimental and interobserver variability. Here, the aim is to present the main anatomical features and landmarks, dissection protocols, and histological sampling standards of the heart in some commonly used species (including dogs, pigs, ruminants, and cats) as models of cardiovascular diseases.
Two standard gross examination protocols are presented here. First, the inflow-outflow method, which follows the physiological blood flow direction through the heart and large vessels (frequently used in dogs, ruminants, and pigs), and second, the four-chamber dissection technique (exemplified in cats). Both techniques can be adapted to any species in certain experimental circumstances. The sampling protocols include all the areas of interest (sinoatrial node, ventricles, interventricular septum, atria, valves, and aorta), and if properly carried out, improve both the reproducibility and reliability of experimental studies.

Due to the complex anatomy, a consistently reproducible dissection and harvesting protocol for cardiac samples can be challenging to implement. This manuscript presents the key elements of some standard cardiac dissection protocols, highlighting both the gross examination approaches and the sampling sites commonly used for histopathologic examination.

Dissektionstechniken und histologische Probenahme des Herzens in Großtiermodellen für Herz-Kreislauf-Erkrankungen

The standard gross examination and sampling are key elements in the reproducibility and success of experimental studies of cardiovascular diseases carried ...

Preparation of Human Myocardial Tissue for Long-Term Cultivation

Cardiomyocyte cultivation has seen a vast number of developments, ranging from two-dimensional (2D) cell cultivation to iPSC derived organoids. In 2019, an ex vivo way to cultivate myocardial slices obtained from human heart samples was demonstrated, while approaching in vivo condition of myocardial contraction. These samples originate mostly from heart transplantations or left-ventricular assist device placements. Using a vibratome and a specially developed cultivation system, 300 &#181;m thick slices are placed between a fixed and a spring wire, allowing for stable and reproducible cultivation for several weeks. During cultivation, the slices are continuously stimulated according to individual settings. Contractions can be displayed and recorded in real-time, and pharmacological agents can be readily applied. User-defined stimulation protocols can be scheduled and performed to assess vital contraction parameters like post-pause-potentiation, stimulation threshold, force-frequency relation, and refractory period. Furthermore, the system enables a variable pre- and afterload setting for a more physiological cultivation.
Here, we present a step-by-step guide on how to generate a successful long-term cultivation of human left ventricular myocardial slices, using a commercial biomimetic cultivation solution.

We present a protocol for ex vivo cultivation of human ventricular myocardial tissue. It allows for detailed analysis of contraction force and kinetics, as well as the application of pre- and afterload to mimic the in vivo physiological environment more closely.

Aufbereitung von menschlichem Myokardgewebe für die Langzeitkultivierung

Cardiomyocyte cultivation has seen a vast number of developments, ranging from two-dimensional (2D) cell cultivation to iPSC derived organoids. In 2019, ...