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Dermal corticosterone sampling (Ambystomatidae)
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Description
Non-invasive sampling method using swabs to collect dermal secretions containing corticosterone from amphibian skin for stress hormone analysis. This method was validated for use with axolotls and applied to field sampling of salamanders.
Typical Equipment
- powder-free latex gloves
- cotton-tipped wooden swab precut to 4 cm
- 2 mL sterile plastic vials
- 70% ethanol
- Corticosterone ELISA kits (Arbor Assays)
Output Measurements
- corticosterone concentration