Does unrestrained single-chamber plethysmography provide a valid assessment of airway responsiveness in allergic BALB/c mice?

Does unrestrained single-chamber plethysmography provide a valid assessment of airway responsiveness in allergic BALB/c mice?

<p>Abstract</p> <p>Background</p> <p>Unrestrained plethysmography has been used to monitor bronchoconstriction because of its ease of use and ability to measure airway responsiveness in conscious animals. However, its reliability remains controversial.</p> <p&g...

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Main Authors: Chen Guoqin, Xie Jiaxing, Lai Kefang, Zhang Qingling, Zhong Nanshan
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2009-07-01
Series:Respiratory Research
Online Access:http://respiratory-research.com/content/10/1/61

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