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BALB/C Mouse Macrophages, Lung, 0.5 x 10^6 (MTS-0922-JF13)

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Overview

Description

This product is isolated from the lung of pathogen-free laboratory BALB/C mouse. 0.5 x 10^6 cells are delivered frozen. This product is negative in the tests of mycoplasma, bacteria, fungi and yeast. The expression of CD11b is positive by flow cytometry. It is guaranteed to further culture in the conditions provided by Creative Biolabs. Repeated freezing and thawing of cells is not recommended.

Applications

Numerous types of experimental manipulations, including morphological, gene expression, and physiological studies.

Species

Mouse

Product Type

BALB/C Mouse Macrophages

Specification

Cell Source

Lung

Marker expression

Expressed on macrophages, CD11b plays a critical role in regulating pathogen recognition, phagocytosis, and cell survival. The expression of CD11b is positive by flow cytometry.

Status

Frozen

Formulation

Cryopreservation medium

Quality Control

Cells are negative for mycoplasma, bacteria, fungi and yeast.

Medium

Recommended medium

Shipping Info

Dry ice

Size

0.5 x 10^6 cells

Handling Notes

Upon receiving, transfer this product directly from dry ice to liquid nitrogen(-150°C~-190°C) and store it in a liquid nitrogen tank.
We cannot guarantee the cell viability if the cells are not treated appropriately according to handling procedure.

Notes

Avoid repeated freezing & thawing.

Product Disclaimer

Product Disclaimer

This product is provided for research only, not suitable for human or animal use.
We ensure the safety of our products, but we still recommend handling any biological materials with standard precautions as if able to spread infectious disease.

FAQs Customer Reviews Related Products

Why would I choose BALB/c strain lung macrophages over C57BL/6?

The BALB/c mouse strain is well-known for its characteristic Th2-biased immune response. This makes these lung macrophages the ideal in vitro model for studying Th2-driven pulmonary diseases like asthma, allergic inflammation, and parasitic infections.

How do I best handle these cells after thawing?

We provide a detailed protocol with your order. In general, you should thaw the vial rapidly at 37°C, gently transfer the cells into pre-warmed recommended culture medium, and allow them to adhere and recover for several hours (or overnight) before starting your experiment.

What markers are used to identify these cells?

We confirm the identity of this population by demonstrating positive expression of CD11b by flow cytometry. They are also QC-tested to be free of microbial contaminants, including mycoplasma.

The BALB/c background is critical for our model
These cells responded beautifully to IL-4 and IL-13 stimulation. High viability and very clean.
Clean, viable, and strain-specific.
They performed as expected in our phagocytosis assay. I wish a larger cell count (like 1 or 2 million) was available, but the quality is undeniable.

For Research Use Only. Do Not Use in Food Manufacturing or Medical Procedures (Diagnostics or Therapeutics). Do Not Use in Humans.