Thermography is an effective tool by which researchers can track inflammation.
This study evaluated the use of digital infrared imaging to monitor inflammation in rats’ pleura, lower lip, and paws. Inflammation was induced by injecting a carrageenin solution, and temperature was measured over 72 hours. Initially, temperatures decreased at the injection sites, then gradually increased, peaking on the third day. Significant changes were noted after 48 hours in the pleura and lower lip, and after 72 hours in the paws. The study concluded that thermographic examination effectively detects and tracks inflammation, potentially reducing the number of animals needed for experiments.
