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open-field test

open-field test The open-field test is an animal maze procedure in which an animal is placed in an open chamber and its movement patterns are observed to evaluate anxiety and exploratory behavior.

The open-field test is an animal maze procedure in which an animal is placed in an open chamber and its movement patterns are observed to evaluate anxiety and exploratory behavior. When objects are added to the open field, the task can also be used to study exploration and memory.

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Drafting source: U.S. National Library of Medicine. Medical Subject Headings (MeSH), 2026 descriptor edition. “Open Field Test” (D000082563).
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