L929 Cells - Mouse cell lines
Product Sizes
1 each
£607.00
400260-1EACH
About this Product
- SKU:
- 400260
- Additional Names:
- NCTC clone 929, NCTC 929, NCTC-929, NCTC929, L cell, L cells, L-cell, L-cells, L cell line, L, Strain L-929, L 929, L929, L929(NCTC), Clone 929, Earles's cells, Earle's L cells
- CE/IVD:
- RUO
- Extra Details:
- L-929 cells are a fibroblast-like cell line derived from the subcutaneous connective tissue of a 100-day-old male C3H/An mouse. Established in the 1940s, this cell line has become pivotal in various biological and medical research fields due to its robustness, ease of culture, and versatility in applications. L-929 cells are characterized by their spindle-shaped, fibroblastic morphology, and adherent growth. They are widely used in cytotoxicity assays and serve as a standard model to assess the biocompatibility of materials and the toxic effects of various substances, which is particularly relevant in the fields of biomaterials and tissue engineering. L-929 cells are also employed in the study of cytokine activity, especially in assays for necrosis factor (TNF) activity, due to their sensitivity to TNF-induced cytotoxicity. This makes them valuable in immunology and inflammation research. L-929 cells are further utilized in virology as a host for viral replication studies. Their susceptibility to various viruses, such as the infectious bursal disease virus (IBDV), facilitates the investigation of viral life cycles, host-virus interactions, and the efficacy of antiviral compounds. Overall, the L-929 cell line is a valuable resource in scientific research and offers a versatile platform for studies in cytotoxicity, immunology, virology, and biomaterials.
- Shipping Conditions:
- Dry Ice
- Storage Conditions:
- Liquid N2, -70[o]C Avoid freeze/thaw cycles.
- Supplier:
- Cytion
- Type:
- Cells: Cell Lines
- Manufacturer's Data Sheet:853a27b84c294beca171f4deb47baa82
