The Elevated Plus Maze Test (IMAGE)

Kumamoto University

The Elevated Plus Maze Test

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This test uses a mouse's natural preference to stay in dark and narrow places (closed arms). The longer a mouse spends in the open areas (open arms) and the more distance it travels, the more its anxiety level is thought to decrease.

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Dr. Yuki Kurauchi

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