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UNSPSC Code:
41106514
Biological source:
human lung (lymphoblast)
Growth mode:
Suspension
Karyotype:
Not specified
Morphology:
Lymphoblast
Manufacturer/tradename:
ECACC
Product Name
U937 Cell Line human, NOTE: Both the cell line and DNA from the cell line may be available for this product. Please choose -1VL or VIAL for cells, or -DNA-5UG for DNA, 85011440, human lung (lymphoblast), Lymphoblast
biological source
human lung (lymphoblast)
manufacturer/tradename
ECACC
packaging
tube of 5 μg 85011440-DNA-5UG, pkg of vial of cells 85011440-1VL
growth mode
Suspension
karyotype
Not specified
morphology
Lymphoblast
products
Not specified
receptors
Not specified
technique(s)
cell culture | mammalian: suitable
shipped in
dry ice
storage temp.
−196°C
Application
U937 Cell Line human has been used to study the toxicity of propolis extracts against U937 cells and to study the uptake of apoptotic bodies (derived from monocytic U-937 cells) by primary meningothelial cells (PMECs).
Tumourigenicity studies
Biochem/physiol Actions
Derived from malignant cells of a pleural effusion of 37 year old caucasian male with diffuse histiocytic lymphoma. One of only a few human lines still expressing many of the monocytic like characteristics exhibited by cells of histiocytic origin.
Human Caucasian histiocytic lymphoma
STR-PCR Data: Amelogenin: X
CSF1PO: 12
D13S317: 10,12
D16S539: 12
D5S818: 12
D7S820: 9,11
THO1: 6,9.3
TPOX: 8,11
vWA: 14,15
CSF1PO: 12
D13S317: 10,12
D16S539: 12
D5S818: 12
D7S820: 9,11
THO1: 6,9.3
TPOX: 8,11
vWA: 14,15
Preparation Note
Maintain cultures between 2-9x100,000 cells/ml; 5% CO2; 37°C. Cells may take up to 72 hours until confluent.
RPMI 1640 + 2mM Glutamine + 10% Foetal Bovine Serum (FBS).
Other Notes
Additional freight & handling charges may be applicable for Asia-Pacific shipments. Please check with your local Customer Service representative for more information.
This cell line is part of the European Collection of Authenticated Cell Cultures (ECACC), an international repository managed by the United Kingdom Health Security Agency (UKHSA). No licensing agreement is required when either this cell line or the DNA extracted from it are used for internal research purposes only. Any other use of these products is prohibited without the express written permission of UKHSA. Inquiries regarding authorized use of this cell line or its genomic DNA may be directed to culturecollections@ukhsa.gov.uk.
Disclaimer
This product is regulated in France when intended for scientific purposes, including import, export, and conservation activities (Articles L.1211-1, paragraph 2, and L.1243-4 of the French Public Health Code). The purchaser (i.e. end user) is required to obtain an import authorization from the France Ministry responsible for Research (as referenced in Article L.1245-5-1 II of the French Public Health Code) or a conservation authorization from the same ministry (as referenced in Article L.1243-4 of the French Public Health Code). By placing an order for this product, you confirm that you have obtained the appropriate import or conservation authorization for the product. For more information regarding the use of human biological samples for research purposes in France, please contact the relevant French authorities.
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