[Correlation between ability of learning-memory and synaptosomal free [Ca2+]i in mice of different age]

Sheng Li Xue Bao. 1996 Feb;48(1):43-7.
[Article in Chinese]

Abstract

In the present investigation, the behavior of learning and memory of 1-month and 6-month-old mice was studied by using Y-maze and one-trial passive avoidance response device. The synaptosomal free [Ca2+]i of four main brain regions (Hippocampus, Cerebral cortex, Cerebellum, Tectum of midbrain) of these mice were measured by fluorescent probe Ca2+ indicator Fura-2 and an AR-CM-MIC cation measurement system. The results showed that, in comparison with 1-month-old mice, the ability of discrimination learning and memory of 6-month-old ones were attenuated, and the synaptosomal free [Ca2+]i of hippocampus was increased.

MeSH terms

  • Age Factors
  • Animals
  • Biological Transport, Active
  • Calcium / metabolism*
  • Discrimination Learning / physiology*
  • Hippocampus / metabolism
  • Hippocampus / physiology*
  • Male
  • Memory / physiology
  • Mice
  • Retention, Psychology / physiology*
  • Synaptosomes / metabolism

Substances

  • Calcium