Ganglionic TH activity 80 d after bilateral crushing of the CST
| TH activity (nmol DOPA/ganglion/h) | Protein content (μg protein/ganglion) | |
|---|---|---|
| Sham | 11.3 ± 0.7 | 291 ± 20 |
| Crush | 10.8 ± 1.5 | 245 ± 35 |
TH activity and protein content were measured in homogenates of SCG 80 d after bilateral crushing of the CST (Crush) or sham operations (Sham). TH activity was assayed at pH 6.0, using a saturating concentration of 6-methyltetrahydropterin (3.2 mm). Average values for the right and left ganglia of each animal were obtained. The data represent the mean ± SEM values for groups of four animals.