BC3H1

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.

• UNSPSC Code: 41106514

Properties

• biological source: mouse brain
• packaging: tube of 5 μg 86093001-DNA-5UG; pkg of vial of cells 86093001-1VL
• growth mode: Adherent
• karyotype: Not specified
• morphology: Fibroblast
• products: Acetylcholine
• receptors: Not specified
• technique(s): cell culture | mammalian: suitable
• relevant disease(s): cancer
• shipped in: dry ice
• storage temp.: −196°C

Description

Cell Line Origin

Mouse brain tumour

Cell Line Description

Established in 1974 from a mouse brain neoplasm tumour induced by nitrosoethylurea, possess many properties characteristic of smooth muscle. Since then it has been suggested that BC3H1 is a skeletal line of ectodermal origin that is defective for commitment to terminal differentiation. The two distinct morphologies typical of this cell line are large spheroid cells and smooth-muscle-like cells. The fusiform is the more common.

Application

Acetylcholine receptor studies.

Culture Medium

DMEM + 2mM Glutamine + 20% Foetal Bovine Serum (FBS).

Subculture Routine

Spilt confluent cultures 1:3 to 1:10 i.e. seeding at 1-5x10,000 cells/cm² using 0.25% trypsin or trypsin/EDTA; 5% CO₂; 37°C.

Other Notes

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