Tail-Suspension Test
from
Stoelting Co.
Description
The Tail-Suspension Test is akin to the Forced Swim Test, but avoids the problems of hypothermia and stress associated with forced swimming. Animals are suspended by their tails, and the amount of “immobility” is measured. Longer periods of immobility are associated with higher depressive scores, and immobility can be reversed with antidepressant treatment. The platform is 19cm by 47cm, and 54cm high, and the hook is easily adjusted for various animal heights. This easy to clean maze works with for rats and mice and is engineered to work seamlessly with the ANY-maze behavioral tracking software. For more information, including images of the equipment please see our website.