WB-F344 Cells
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Products are shipped frozen on dry ice in cryotubes. Each cryotube typically contains 3 × 106 cells for adherent lines or 5 × 106 cells for suspension lines (refer to the batch CoA for details).
Renseignements généraux
| Description | The WB-F344 rat liver epithelial cell line is a non-tumorigenic line extensively used in studies focusing on liver physiology, toxicology, and carcinogenesis. Originating from normal adult rat liver, these cells were initially derived to facilitate investigations into the mechanisms of liver regeneration and the bioactivation of chemical carcinogens in vitro. They are diploid, exhibiting stable karyotypic features that are characteristic of normal rat liver cells, making them a valuable model for genetic and cytological studies. WB-F344 cells are particularly noted for their ability to differentiate into bile duct-like structures in response to certain stimuli, which makes them an excellent tool for studying biliary epithelial function and pathology. Their robust response to growth factors and their ability to undergo oncogenic transformation under specific experimental conditions also provide a platform for exploring the molecular pathways involved in liver disease and cancer. Furthermore, these cells have been employed in studies assessing the hepatic toxicity of environmental and pharmaceutical compounds, providing critical insights into hepatocyte response to xenobiotic exposure. Due to their well-characterized nature and versatility in research applications, WB-F344 cells serve as a foundational model in hepatological research. Their use has contributed significantly to our understanding of liver biology, particularly in areas related to cell differentiation, carcinogenesis, and the hepatic response to injury and chemical insults. |
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| Organisme | Rat |
| Tissu | Liver |
| Synonymes | WB F344, WBF344 |
Caractéristiques
| Race/Sous-espèce | Fischer 344 |
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| Âge | Adult |
| Genre | Male |
| Morphologie | Epithelial |
| Propriétés de croissance | Adherent |
Données réglementaires
| Référence | WB-F344 (Cytion catalog number 305201) |
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| Niveau de biosécurité | 1 |
| NCBI_Numéro d'identification fiscale | 10116 |
| Cellosaurus - Numéro d'enregistrement | CVCL_9806 |
Données biomoléculaires
Manipulation
| Milieu de culture | EMEM (MEM Eagle), w: 2 mM L-Glutamine, w: 2.2 g/L NaHCO3, w: EBSS (Cytion article number 820100a) |
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| Suppléments | Supplement the medium with 7% FBS and 1% NEAA |
| Réactif de dissociation | Accutase |
| Repiquage | Remove the old medium from the adherent cells and wash them with PBS that lacks calcium and magnesium. For T25 flasks, use 3-5 ml of PBS, and for T75 flasks, use 5-10 ml. Then, cover the cells completely with Accutase, using 1-2 ml for T25 flasks and 2.5 ml for T75 flasks. Let the cells incubate at room temperature for 8-10 minutes to detach them. After incubation, gently mix the cells with 10 ml of medium to resuspend them, then centrifuge at 300xg for 3 minutes. Discard the supernatant, resuspend the cells in fresh medium, and transfer them into new flasks that already contain fresh medium. |
| Renouvellement des fluides | 2 to 3 times per week |
| Milieu de congélation | As a cryopreservation medium, we use complete growth medium (including FBS) + 10% DMSO for adequate post-thaw viability, or CM-1 (Cytion catalog number 800100), which includes optimized osmoprotectants and metabolic stabilizers to enhance recovery and reduce cryo-induced stress. |
| Décongélation et culture des cellules |
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| Atmosphère d'incubation | 37°C, 5% CO2, humidified atmosphere. |
| Conditions d'expédition | Cryopreserved cell lines are shipped on dry ice in validated, insulated packaging with sufficient refrigerant to maintain approximately −78 °C throughout transit. On receipt, inspect the container immediately and transfer vials without delay to appropriate storage. |
| Conditions d'entreposage | For long-term preservation, place vials in vapor-phase liquid nitrogen at about −150 to −196 °C. Storage at −80 °C is acceptable only as a short interim step before transfer to liquid nitrogen. |
Contrôle de la qualité et analyse moléculaire
| Stérilité | Mycoplasma contamination is excluded using both PCR-based assays and luminescence-based mycoplasma detection methods. To ensure there is no bacterial, fungal, or yeast contamination, cell cultures are subjected to daily visual inspections. |
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Certificat d'analyse (CoA)
| Numéro de lot | Type de certificat | Date | Numéro de catalogue |
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| 305201-260226 | Certificat d'analyse | 26. Mar. 2026 | 305201 |