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Schematic of Linea Alba and Xiphoid Process in Mouse
(A) Incision in the skin should be parallel to the linea alba. The incision should be 2.0–2.5 cm long.
(B) Incision in the peritoneum should be performed 1 cm below the xiphoid process and along the linea alba. A small lateral incision perpendicular to the linea alba will improve the view.
