Rat Intestine Catheter (for injections/infusions, PE20 75mm, PE10 40mm, Silastic 0.025" OD 125mm)

Description

The IITC Life Science rat intestine catheter is engineered for direct intra-intestinal injections or infusions in laboratory rodents. It consists of a 75mm section of PE20 tubing connected to a 40mm section of PE10 tubing, terminating in a 125mm Silastic tip with a 0.025-inch outer diameter. This specific configuration is intended for chronic implantation, allowing for the localized delivery of agents into the small intestine of conscious rats. The use of an indwelling catheter for this purpose eliminates the need for repeated anesthesia or invasive procedures during an experiment, thereby reducing animal stress and improving data quality related to intestinal absorption, metabolism, or drug effects. The design supports long-term studies where frequent or timed dosing into the gastrointestinal tract is required.