Excellent Stereotaxic Microinjector

April 11, 2017

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Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science
Cellular and Molecular Pharmacology
Research Associate

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Company:

Stoelting

Product Name:

QSI-Quintessential Stereotaxic Injector

Catalog Number:

53311

The QSI is an excellent stereotaxic microinjector, allowing easy adjustment /calibrationbetween different syringe sizes and customizable flow rates and injection volumes. The only negatives that I've found are a lack of indication when the injection is completed and an occasional glitch wherein the injector must be manually stopped at the end of an injection period.

Experimental Design and Results Summary

Application

Stereotaxic microinjection

Starting Material

Microliter syringe and stereotaxic apparatus

Protocol Overview

We inject various reagents into the prefrontal cortex of anesthetized rats.

Tips

Make sure you keep an eye on the final injection volume

Results Summary

We have had good, reproducible results with the QSI. It is easy to use and easy to customize. I particularly appreciate the adjustable flow rate.

Features Summary

Adjustable flow rate and easy switch between setting for syringes with different barrel diameters

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Summary

The Good

Easily adjustable and accurate

The Bad

Occasional software glitches

The Bottom Line

The QSI is an excellent, easy to use stereotaxic microinjector that will make a good addition to your toolset. The minor negatives are easy to overlook given the overwhelming positive aspects of the device.

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