Virtual Mouse Necropsy
Disclaimer: This virtual mouse necropsy is intended only as a guide. Other approved terminology for tissues and organs may exist and the diagrams may be imprecise. Please send suggested improvements to Dr. Robin Kastenmayer.
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Necropsy Sheet
Instruments, Fixatives, and Other Devices
Necropsy Terms
Step 1: Starting a Mouse Necropsy
Step 2: The First Incision
Step 3: The Lymph Nodes and Mammary Glands
Step 4: The Abdominal Cavity
Step 5: The Urogenital System
Step 6: The Intestines, Stomach, Spleen, and Pancreas
Step 7: The Lobes of the Liver 1
Step 8: The Lobes of the Liver 2
Step 9: The Kidneys
Step 10: The Lungs
Step 11: The Heart
Step 12: The Brain
References
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