The 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. Jerrold Ward.

Perform a Mouse Necropsy on the Web

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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