Experimental mouse. Nude breed of mouse,Mus muscula,which has been specially bred for use in medical experiments. This mouse does not have a functioning thymus gland,meaning that some of the cells in its immune system cannot mature. These T cells would normally attack foreign tissue and regulate the activity of other types of immune cells. Due to its deficiency,this mouse can have samples of cancer-causing chemicals (carcinogens),human tumours or human tissues transplanted into their bodies. The development of any cancers,and the effect of drugs upon them,can then be observed | |
Licence : | Droits gérés |
Crédit: | Science Photo Library / NATIONAL INSTITUTES OF HEALTH |
Taille de l’image : | 3613 px × 2480 px |
Model Release : | Non requis |
Property Release : | Non requis |
Restrictions : | - |