Frog Heart Clip

Name: Frog Heart Clip
Brand: World Precision Instruments
SKU: 501902
Price: 70.0 USD
Availability: InStock

$70

501902

From $45 - $70

Surgical Options Two Flat Loops, 0.6 mm Diameter, 17 mm Two Flat Loops, 2.5 mm Diameter, 24 mm

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Frog heart clips, also known as frog heart clamps or holders, is a laboratory surgical instrument used in cardiovascular research involving the hearts small animals. Frog heart clips are primarily used to immobilize and stabilize the frog's heart during procedures. In many cardiovascular experiments, researchers need to remove the heart from a frog while keeping it alive and functional, and this clip secures the heart without damaging it. By immobilizing the heart, they can attach electrodes or sensors to monitor physiological parameters such as heart rate, contractility, or response to different drugs and stimuli or to deliver a controlled stimulation. Frog heart clips are sold in packages of 5, and come in two sizes, 0.6mm diameter loop that 17mm long or 2.5mm diameter loop that is 24mm long. These are surgical grade stainless steel, suitable for autoclaving or chemical sterilization.

Details

Features

17 or 24mm long
0.6mm or 2.5mm diameter, flat loops
Surgical grade tainless steel
Package of 5

It's important to note that the use of frog hearts in research is a well-established practice in physiological and pharmacological studies, as the frog heart is relatively robust and can continue beating even when isolated from the body. However, the use of animals in research should be conducted in accordance with ethical guidelines and regulations, and efforts should be made to minimize harm and distress to the animals involved. Researchers often follow strict protocols and anesthesia methods to ensure the humane treatment of frogs and other experimental animals.