Primary Assay — Medaka
Open Field
Oryzias latipes
Standard locomotor and anxiety assay measuring total distance, center occupancy, and thigmotaxis. Medaka open field behavior develops with age and is sensitive to pharmacological manipulation.
Quantitative Output
Measured Parameters
Every parameter is automatically tracked frame-by-frame in the ConductVision pipeline for Oryzias latipes.
| Parameter | Unit | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Total distance | mm | Locomotor activity |
| Center time | % | Anxiety proxy |
| Thigmotaxis index | ratio | Wall-hugging behavior |
References
Citations for Open Field
- Lucon-Xiccato T, et al. (2020). Development of Open-Field Behaviour in the Medaka, Oryzias latipes. Biology (Basel), 9(11), 389. PMID: 33182555
Compatible Equipment
Hardware for Medaka Research
Multi-Well Observation Chamber
Larval locomotion screening
Social Interaction Tank
Two-choice social preference
Mirror Aggression Setup
Controlled agonistic testing
Infrared Camera System
Dark-phase recording
Breeding / Courtship Arena
Reproductive behavior quantification
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Run Open Field on ConductVision
Our team will configure the protocol, camera rig, and analysis pipeline for your medaka facility.
