What are the Alternatives to Intracellular Recording?
While intracellular recording provides detailed information, other techniques can be used in conjunction or as alternatives. _Patch-clamp recording_ is a widely used method that allows for the study of ion channels in cells and can be performed in both whole-cell and single-channel configurations. _Extracellular recording_ measures the activity of multiple cells in a tissue, providing a broader view of electrical activity. _Optical imaging_ techniques, such as calcium imaging, allow for the visualization of cellular activity without the need for direct electrode insertion.