Comparison of ethylenediaminetetraacetic acid and rapid decalcificier solution for studying human temporal bones by immunofluorescence

Abstract

The pervasiveness of hearing loss and the development of new potential therapeutic approaches have led to increased animal studies of the inner ear. However, translational relevance of such studies depends upon verification of protein localization data in human samples. Cadavers used for anatomical education provide a potential research resource, but are limiting due to difficulties in accessing sensory tissues from the dense temporal bones. This study seeks to reduce the often months‐long process of decalcification and improve immunofluorescent staining of human cadaveric temporal bones for research use.

Document Details

Document Type
Pub Defense Publication
Publication Date
Aug 26, 2020
Source ID
10.1002/lio2.449

Entities

People

  • Bradley J Walters
  • Mark B. Lewis
  • Sumana Ghosh

Organizations

  • American Otological Society
  • Marine Corps Warfighting Laboratory
  • National Institute on Deafness and Other Communication Disorders
  • University of Mississippi

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Fields of Study

  • Medicine

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