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This study details a noninvasive tail-cuff method for measuring mouse blood pressure (BP). This reliable protocol is essential for hypertension research using mouse models, supporting studies on the renin-angiotensin system (RAS).

Keywords:
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Area of Science:

  • Cardiovascular Physiology
  • Hypertension Research
  • Animal Models in Medicine

Background:

  • The renin-angiotensin system (RAS) plays a crucial role in blood pressure regulation.
  • An overactive RAS is linked to hypertension in humans and animals.
  • The ACE2/angiotensin-(1-7)/Mas receptor axis offers new therapeutic targets for hypertension.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To provide a reliable and accurate protocol for blood pressure (BP) measurement in mice.
  • To establish a standardized method for BP assessment in hypertension research utilizing mouse models.

Main Methods:

  • Utilized the CODA noninvasive BP system (tail-cuff method).
  • Employed a specialized volume pressure recording (VPR) sensor to measure tail blood volume changes.
  • Implemented mouse restraint and artificial heating to maintain physiological conditions during measurement.

Main Results:

  • Successfully demonstrated a noninvasive method for BP measurement in mice.
  • The protocol ensures accurate data crucial for experimental hypertension studies.
  • Established a reproducible technique for assessing BP in mouse models.

Conclusions:

  • The presented noninvasive tail-cuff method is a valuable tool for BP assessment in mice.
  • This protocol supports research into the renin-angiotensin system and hypertension.
  • Accurate BP measurement in mouse models is critical for advancing hypertension research.