102-05A
Human Epidermal Keratinocytes: HEK, adult
Synonym(s):
HEK cells
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UNSPSC Code:
41106514
NACRES:
NA.81
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biological source
human neonatal foreskin or adult skin (normal)
Quality Level
packaging
pkg of 500,000 cells
manufacturer/tradename
Cell Applications, Inc
growth mode
Adherent
karyotype
2n = 46
morphology
Epidermal
technique(s)
cell culture | mammalian: suitable
relevant disease(s)
allergies; cancer
shipped in
dry ice
storage temp.
−196°C
General description
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Epidermal keratinocytes comprise 90 % of all cells found in the epidermis, the outermost layer of skin. They produce keratin, the intermediate filament, largely responsible for skin’s barrier function. Through their interactions with epidermal melanocytes, keratinocytes obtain melanin and store it as a means of protection from UV radiation.
HEK provide an excellent model system to study many aspects of epithelial function and disease, particularly those related to skin biology and toxicology, as well as HPV infection.
When grown on inserts and provided with the liquid/air interface, HEK can differentiate into a stratified squamous epithelium and serve as a more physiological 3D tissue model for in vitro studies.
Epidermal keratinocytes comprise 90 % of all cells found in the epidermis, the outermost layer of skin. They produce keratin, the intermediate filament, largely responsible for skin’s barrier function. Through their interactions with epidermal melanocytes, keratinocytes obtain melanin and store it as a means of protection from UV radiation.
HEK provide an excellent model system to study many aspects of epithelial function and disease, particularly those related to skin biology and toxicology, as well as HPV infection.
When grown on inserts and provided with the liquid/air interface, HEK can differentiate into a stratified squamous epithelium and serve as a more physiological 3D tissue model for in vitro studies.
Cell Line Origin
Skin
Application
Skin biology and toxicology, wound healing, artificial skin, cell proliferation, migration, UV light response
Components
Basal Medium containing 10% FBS & 10% DMSO
Preparation Note
- Primary culture, >500,000 cells in Basal Medium containing 10% FBS & 10% DMSO
- Can be cultured at least 16 doublings
Subculture Routine
Please refer to the HEK Culture Protocol.
Disclaimer
RESEARCH USE ONLY. This product is regulated in France when intended to be used for scientific purposes, including for import and export activities (Article L 1211-1 paragraph 2 of the Public Health Code). The purchaser (i.e. enduser) is required to obtain an import authorization from the France Ministry of Research referred in the Article L1245-5-1 II. of Public Health Code. By ordering this product, you are confirming that you have obtained the proper import authorization.
Storage Class Code
11 - Combustible Solids
WGK
WGK 3
Flash Point(F)
Not applicable
Flash Point(C)
Not applicable
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