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Parallel Beam test for mice
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Description
The Parallel Beam Test Protocol is designed to evaluate the motor coordination of mice. The test involves a 150 cm long balance beam set at a height of 50-60 cm, with safety measures to catch falls. Conducted in a dimly lit environment with focused lighting on the beam, the test requires mice of any strain to traverse the beam, guided initially towards their home cage. Mice are trained a few days before testing and acclimatized to the test environment an hour prior to minimize stress. Each mouse completes three consecutive attempts, recorded for analysis. Post-run, the beam is cleaned with 10% ethanol. This protocol is essential for assessing motor skills, particularly in neurological disease such as Parkinson Disease
Identifier (DOI)
10.17504/protocols.io.261gedbqjv47/v1