STZ induced TID models
Streptozotocin (STZ) is a widely used chemical agent used to induce type 1 diabetes in rodent models, including NCG and C57BL/6J (B6) mice. STZ selectively destroys pancreatic beta cells via necrosis, leading to insulin deficiency and hyperglycemia. This model is valuable for studying the pathophysiology of type 1 diabetes and testing potential therapeutic interventions.
Study outline
1. STZ-Induced Type I Diabetes in NCG Mice
1.1 NCG mice show increased blood glucose level and decreased plasma insulin after STZ exposure.
Data presented as mean±SEM,**,****denoted p<0.01, p<0.0001 vs NCG+Vehicle, respectively.
1.2 STZ induced aggravation of islet damage: the number of islets decreased, the shape was irregular, and islets boundary was unclear with duct enlarged.
2. STZ-Induced Type I Diabetes in C57BL/6J Mice
2.1 B6 mice show increased blood glucose level after STZ exposure.