In vivo whole-cell recording from morphologically identified mouse superior colliculus neurons

Robin Broersen*, Greg J. Stuart

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Abstract

In vivo whole-cell recording, when combined with morphological characterization after biocytin labeling, is a powerful technique to study subthreshold synaptic processing in cell-type-identified neuronal populations. Here, we describe steps for performing whole-cell recordings in the superior colliculus of urethane-anesthetized mice, a major visual processing region in the rodent brain. We detail two types of visual stimulation techniques: full-field light-emitting diode (LED) flashes and visual stimuli shown on monitors. While we focus on superior colliculus, this protocol is applicable to other brain areas.

Original languageEnglish
Article number101963
JournalSTAR Protocols
Volume4
Issue number1
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 17 Mar 2023

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