Human Carotid Artery Smooth Muscle Cells

Description

Human Carotid Artery Smooth Muscle Cells (HCtASMC) are primary smooth muscle cells isolated from the carotid arteries of healthy human donors and cryopreserved at early passage. These cells play a key role in vascular tone regulation, extracellular matrix production, and vascular remodeling. They are commonly used in cardiovascular research, particularly for studying atherosclerosis and restenosis, due to their involvement in vascular smooth muscle cell (VSMC) proliferation and migration. Human Carotid Artery Smooth Muscle Cells provide a reliable in vitro model for investigating mechanisms of vascular disease progression, drug screening, and vascular tissue engineering. The cells undergo rigorous screening and isolation procedures, and are rigorously tested to ensure they are free of contamination from HIV-1, HBV, HCV, syphilis, mycoplasma, fungi, yeast, and bacteria. Repeated freeze-thaw cycles should be avoided to ensure optimal cell viability and functionality.