Bone Research Protocols

Miep H. Helfrich, Stuart H. Ralston9781588290441, 1588290441

Laboratory techniques presented here will help researchers investigating the mechanisms by which certain genes affect bone mass and strength. These reproducible methods cover such topics as the isolation and culture of bone cells, the preparation of bone tissue for histological testing, and the use of digital imaging techniques in the analysis of bone. Although in vitro methods receive most attention, there are also protocols for in vivo analyses. The editors are affiliated with the University of Aberdeen Medical School, UK.