Sprague Dawley Rat Heart
Premium Sprague Dawley Rat Heart available fresh, snap frozen, or fixed. Suitable for cardiotoxicity studies, cardiac disease modeling, and vascular research.
Sprague Dawley Rat Heart Overview
Sprague Dawley Rat Heart is research-grade rat tissue intended for preclinical and translational research. Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (COA) with lot-specific information and handling details to support consistency across studies.
Cardiac tissue enables cardiovascular research including cardiomyopathy studies, arrhythmia modeling, and cardiotoxicity assessment.
Available strains include Sprague Dawley and Wistar.
Common applications
- Cardiotoxicity screening
- Cardiomyopathy research
- Ion channel and arrhythmia studies
- Cardiac fibrosis modeling
- Heart failure research
Collection, processing & handling
Tissue is collected and processed with protocols designed to preserve downstream histology and molecular workflows. Available formats include fresh, frozen, OCT-embedded, or FFPE as appropriate. Cold-chain logistics with documented handling throughout.
Quality control & documentation
QC testing options available on request, including material-appropriate analytical checks and extended documentation. Standard documentation includes collection/processing metadata, lot identifiers, and chain-of-custody records. Custom QC panels can be configured for GLP or regulatory-facing studies.
Ordering notes
For specific donor criteria, strain, volumes, or custom handling requirements, request a quote and include your study specifications. Available strains include Sprague Dawley and Wistar. We routinely support longitudinal programs, matched sample sets, and custom collection protocols.
Sprague Dawley Rat Overview
The Sprague Dawley is an outbred albino rat and the most widely used rat strain in pharmacology, toxicology, and safety testing. Its calm temperament, rapid growth, and extensive historical control data make it a regulatory mainstay.
Quick Facts
Cardiotoxicity Studies
Evaluate cardiotoxic effects of drug candidates on cardiac structure and function.
Heart Failure Research
Investigate molecular changes in cardiac dysfunction and heart failure.
Vascular Biology
Study endothelial function and vascular remodeling mechanisms.
Cardiac Electrophysiology
Analyze cardiac conduction and ion channel expression.
| Species | Rat (Sprague Dawley Rat) |
|---|---|
| Sample Type | Cardiovascular Tissue |
| Available Formats | Fresh Tissue in Media, FFPE Block, OCT Block, Snap Frozen, Custom Processing |
| Storage | Format-dependent: Fresh (2-8°C), Frozen (-80°C), FFPE (Room Temperature) |
| Documentation | Certificate of Analysis, Animal Health Records |
| Quality Control | Visual inspection, weight verification, pathology review |
Fresh tissue is collected to order and typically ships within 5-10 business days depending on requirements.
Yes, we can provide specific regions or sections based on your research needs. Please specify when ordering.
Standard 10% neutral buffered formalin fixation. Custom protocols available upon request.
Yes, multiple tissue types from single donors can be arranged. Contact us for matched sample collection.