大鼠：一种用于生物医学研究的模型。

The rat: a model used in biomedical research.

作者信息

Jacob Howard J

机构信息

Human & Molecular Genetics Center, Department of Physiology, Medical College of Wisconsin, Milwaukee, WI, USA.

出版信息

Methods Mol Biol. 2010;597:1-11. doi: 10.1007/978-1-60327-389-3_1.

DOI:10.1007/978-1-60327-389-3_1

PMID:20013222

Abstract

The rat evokes fear and disgust in a large percentage of people around the world. Yet, other people are fascinated by this amazing creature that is raised as a pet, has an important place in several religions, and is a prominent model for biomedical research. This book focuses on a variety of methodologies that can be used in this remarkable model. This chapter sets the stage by providing a perspective on why the rat remains an important model in biomedical research.

摘要

老鼠在世界上很大一部分人心中会引发恐惧和厌恶。然而，其他人却被这种神奇的生物所吸引，它被当作宠物饲养，在多种宗教中占有重要地位，并且是生物医学研究的重要模型。这本书聚焦于可用于这个非凡模型的各种方法。本章通过阐述老鼠为何仍是生物医学研究中的重要模型，为后续内容奠定基础。