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INJECTION SITES, VOLUMES AND NEEDLES: THE RAT
This table shows common injection sites, maximum volumes per site and appropriate sized needles.
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IV |
IP |
IM |
SQ |
Oral |
| SITE |
Lateral
tail and saphenous vein |
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Quadriceps,
Posterior thigh |
Scruff |
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| VOLUME |
Up to
0.5 ml |
5-10 mls |
0.1 ml |
5-10 ml |
5-10 ml/kg |
| NEEDLE SIZE |
< 23 gauge |
< 21 gauge |
< 21 gauge |
< 20 gauge |
gavage needle 18-20 gauge |
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