Lecture 5: Animal Models Of Schizophrenia Flashcards
1
Q
What does PPI test stand for?
A
Prepulse Inhibition test
2
Q
What are the four types of animal models used in preclinical schizophrenia research?
A
Lesion models, genetic models, pharmacological models and developmental models.
3
Q
In lesion models, which area of the animal brain is lesioned and when?
A
The hippocampus is lesioned on post natal day 7-8.
