Frequently Asked Questions
Q. At what age should I ship mice for clamping procedures?
A. We prefer mice to be shipped to us at 7 wks of age. Mice will be released from Vandy quarantine by 12 wks and undergo surgery at that time.
Q. I am performing nutrition studies. Can the MMPC use my custom diet?
A. Yes! Please contact us at least 2 wks before shipping.
Q. Breeding can be unpredictable and slow. Can we send mice as they become available or do we have to send them as a complete cohort at all one time?
A. You can send them all at once or as they become available, whatever is most convenient for you.
Q. Can I combine your "Non-Invasive Special" with one of your "Clamp Specials"?
A. Yes! We can make non-invasive measurements and perform a clamp all in the same mouse.
Q. You describe different types of clamps. How do I know which one to request?
A. To assess (a) insulin sensitivity order a hyperinsulemic euglycemic clamp; (b) response to low blood glucose order a hyperinsulemic, hypoglycemic clamp; and (c ) beta cell insulin secretion order a hyperglycemic clamp.
Q. If I send you my mice do I retain control of the distribution of the mouse and the data generated by the mouse?
A. Yes. Please see our Materials Transfer Agreement. (http://www.mmpc.org/MTA.pdf )
Q. Am I required to include Vanderbilt MMPC faculty and staff as authors on papers including data generated by the MMPC?
A. No. Vanderbilt MMPC operates on a fee for service basis. Authorship for MMPC faculty and staff is at the discretion of the client investigator.
