Rat Duodenum Catheter (Upjohn design for use with S24A Bile Duct Catheter)

Description

Manufactured by IITC Life Science, this rat duodenum catheter is built to a specific Upjohn design for compatibility with the S24A bile duct catheter. It is used for chronic implantation in conscious rats to facilitate studies involving enteral administration or biliary/pancreatic secretion collection. The catheter allows for the direct delivery of test compounds into the duodenum or for the sampling of intestinal contents. As with other chronic catheters, its use in awake, minimally restrained animals avoids the physiological disruptions caused by anesthesia and acute surgical stress. This setup is particularly valuable for gastrointestinal research, including studies of drug absorption, nutrient metabolism, and the enterohepatic circulation.