Product Description
Rotarod Apparatus
(Latest with digital counter) For determining neuro-pixicity,
Muscle tone,
Balance and motor co-ordination in rats and mice.
Consisting of two or three or four compartments of 75mm width each with a rotating rod of 25mm diameter having speeds of 5, 10, 15, 20 and 25 rpm with time interval counter in each compartments.
Robust Laboratory Equipment for Motor Coordination StudiesEngineered for efficiency, the Rotarod Apparatus combines a stainless steel build with a transparent compartment for continuous observation of test subjects. Capable of handling four animals in parallel, it is invaluable for high-throughput testing in neurological and pharmacological labs.
Intuitive Operation and Safety FeaturesWith its simple touch start/stop interface, variable speed control, and digital programmable timer, the Rotarod is both user-friendly and highly adaptable. The immediate stop safety mechanism swiftly halts the apparatus if an animal falls, ensuring optimal welfare during every experiment.
FAQs of Rotarod Apparatus :
Q: How does the Rotarod Apparatus function in animal behavioral testing?
A: The Rotarod Apparatus evaluates motor coordination and balance by recording how long laboratory rodents can walk on a rotating rod. Researchers can adjust the rods speed and monitor animals through the transparent compartment, gaining insight into neuromuscular performance.
Q: What is the capacity of the Rotarod Apparatus for concurrent testing?
A: This apparatus securely tests up to four rodents at the same time, allowing for efficient high-throughput experiments and comparative behavioral studies.
Q: When should a laboratory use the Rotarod Apparatus?
A: The Rotarod is best employed when studying the effects of drugs, genetic modifications, or diseases on motor skills, coordination, and balance in animal models, particularly in neurological and pharmacological research.
Q: Where is the Rotarod Apparatus typically installed and used?
A: It is commonly installed in behavioral neuroscience laboratories, pharmacological research centers, and animal testing facilities across research institutions and universities.
Q: What are the benefits of using a Rotarod Apparatus in research?
A: Benefits include reliable and repeatable assessment of motor function, quick data collection through multi-animal capacity, and enhanced animal safety with immediate stop features upon detecting a fall.
Q: How is the apparatus operated and controlled during an experiment?
A: Operators control the device with a user-friendly touch panel, adjusting rotation speed as needed and setting precise test durations through the digital programmable timer.