Wistar Rat Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL)
Wistar Rat (Rattus norvegicus) biological fluid sample collected under controlled conditions. Processed promptly for optimal quality. Contact us for specifications and availability.
Wistar Rat Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL) Overview
Wistar Rat Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL) is research-grade rat bronchoalveolar lavage (BAL) fluid 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.
Bronchoalveolar lavage (BAL) fluid provides direct access to pulmonary immune cells and biomarkers for respiratory research.
Common applications
- Pulmonary immunology and inflammation studies
- Inhaled drug delivery research
- Respiratory infection and disease models
- Alveolar macrophage studies
- Lung biomarker discovery
Collection, processing & handling
Bronchoalveolar lavage fluid is collected using standardized protocols with documented volumes and processing conditions. Samples are processed to preserve cellular and protein content for downstream immunological and biomarker analyses. Shipped frozen with cold-chain logistics.
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.
Also available: matched lung tissue for histopathological correlation from the same species for comprehensive study design.
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.
Wistar Rat Overview
The Wistar is the original laboratory rat strain and progenitor of many modern lines. This outbred albino rat is a versatile, well-characterized model used broadly across physiology, pharmacology, and behavioral research.
Quick Facts
Pulmonary Drug Delivery
Measure drug concentrations in lung lining fluid for inhalation studies.
Lung Inflammation Studies
Assess inflammatory cells and cytokines in the respiratory tract.
Pulmonary Toxicology
Evaluate respiratory toxicity through BAL cell and protein analysis.
Respiratory Infection Models
Assess pathogen burden and immune responses in lung.
Surfactant Analysis
Measure surfactant proteins and lipids for lung function studies.
Biomarker Research
Identify pulmonary biomarkers for respiratory disease.
| Species | Wistar Rat (Rattus norvegicus) |
|---|---|
| Sample Type | Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL) |
| Collection | Post-mortem lavage with saline |
| Lavage Volume | Customizable per protocol |
| Components | Cells and/or cell-free supernatant |
| Storage | Fresh or frozen at -80C |
Yes, we can provide BAL cells and cell-free supernatant as separate fractions.
Yield varies but typically 1-5 million cells per rat. Cell counts provided with samples.
Yes, we can use your specific lavage protocol including volume and number of washes.
Yes, differential cell counts (macrophages, neutrophils, lymphocytes) available upon request.