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| Cat No. | ABC-TC3161 |
| Product Type | Mouse Primary Cells |
| Cell Type | Epithelial |
| Species | C57BL/6 Mouse |
| Growth Conditions | 37 ℃, 5% CO2 |
| Source Organ | Alveolar |
| Disease | Normal |
| Storage | Liquid Nitrogen |
C57BL/6 mouse alveolar epithelial cells include AT1 flattened and AT2 cuboidal types, express ACE2, mediate gas exchange, vital for lung disease modeling.
C57BL/6 Mouse Alveolar Epithelial Cells are primary cells isolated from the lung tissue of C57BL/6 mice, a widely used inbred strain in pulmonary research. These cells consist of Type I (AT1) and Type II (AT2) alveolar epithelial cells, which are critical for gas exchange, surfactant production, and lung repair. AT1 cells exhibit a thin, squamous morphology and express markers like AQP5, T1α (Podoplanin), and RAGE, while AT2 cells are cuboidal and express SP-C, SP-B, and ABCG3. Functionally, AT1 cells mediate gas exchange and regulate fluid balance through aquaporin-dependent osmotic permeability and ion transport. Both subtypes express high levels of the ACE2 receptor, a critical entry point for SARS-CoV-2. Their physiological relevance makes them valuable for modeling alveolar-specific pathologies, including viral infections and surfactant dysfunction.
| Species | C57BL/6 Mouse |
| Cat.No | ABC-TC3161 |
| Product Category | Primary Cells |
| Size/Quantity | 1 vial |
| Cell Type | Epithelial |
| Growth Mode | Adherent |
| Shipping Info | Dry Ice |
| Growth Conditions | 37 ℃, 5% CO2 |
| Source Organ | Alveolar |
| Disease | Normal |
| Biosafety Level | 1 |
| Storage | Liquid Nitrogen |
| Product Type | Mouse Primary Cells |
| Quality Control | All cells test negative for mycoplasma, bacteria, yeast, and fungi. |
C57BL/6 Mouse Alveolar Epithelial Cells are widely used in respiratory disease research, including pulmonary fibrosis, emphysema, and COVID-19-related lung injury. They serve as essential models for drug screening, toxicology studies, and regenerative medicine, particularly in assessing surfactant dysfunction and epithelial barrier integrity. These cells are also valuable for studying host-pathogen interactions in viral and bacterial infections. Additionally, their role in wound healing and alveolar repair makes them ideal for investigating stem cell-based therapies in chronic lung diseases.
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C57BL/6 Mouse Alveolar Epithelial Cells are a type of epithelial cell derived from the alveoli of the lungs of C57BL/6 mice. They play a crucial role in the structure and function of the alveoli, facilitating gas exchange between the lungs and bloodstream.
Studying these cells provides insights into lung physiology, respiratory diseases, and toxicology. They serve as an essential model system for investigating lung development, injury, repair, and regeneration, as well as for screening potential therapeutics for respiratory disorders.
Using these cells provides a reproducible and genetically tractable model system for studying lung biology and diseases. Their use allows researchers to investigate specific genetic factors, signaling pathways, and cellular interactions relevant to respiratory health and disease in a controlled experimental setting.