Here we describe a protocol for the immunization of the adult zebrafish (Danio rerio) with a DNA-based vaccine and demonstrate the validation of a successful vaccination event. This method is suitable for the preclinical screening of vaccine candidates in various infection models.
Myllymäki, H., Niskanen, M., Oksanen, K., Rämet, M. Immunization of Adult Zebrafish for the Preclinical Screening of DNA-based Vaccines. J. Vis. Exp. (140), e58453, doi:10.3791/58453 (2018).