Hematology of Swiss mice (Mus musculus) of both genders and different ages

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ABSTRACT PURPOSE:To describe the hematologic values of male and female, young and adult, Swiss mice (Mus musculus). METHODS:Mus musculus (n=14) were randomly selected and separated by gender. The male and female, young and adult animals were sedation to obtain a blood sample, by intracardiac route at 30, 45, 60, 75, 90, 105 and 120 days after birth. RESULTS:The Swiss mouse hemogram values obtained, in relation to total eosinophils, basophils, and number of platelets, there was no statistical differences accor…