A lesion technique that is selective for cell bodies involves
A) aspiration of tissue using a pipette.
B) overstimulation of glutamate receptors by kainic acid.
C) the flow of alternating current at the tip of an electrode.
D) the flow of electrical current through an electrode.
E) cutting of brain tissue using a retractable knife.

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Kainic acid selectively targets cell bodies by overstimulating glutamate receptors, leading to excitotoxicity and cell death, without affecting fibers of passage.

A Lesion Technique That Is Selective for Cell Bodies Involves