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Rat Epidermal Melanocytes-neonatal

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Cat No.

ABC-TC4132
Product Type

Rat Primary Cells
Cell Type

Melanocyte
Species

Rat
Growth Conditions

37 ℃, 5% CO2
Source Organ

Epidermal
Disease

Normal
Storage

Liquid Nitrogen

Rat Epidermal Melanocytes-neonatal.

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Description

Rat Epidermal Melanocytes-Neonatal are primary pigment-producing cells isolated from the epidermis of neonatal rat skin. These cells play a critical role in melanin biosynthesis, UV protection, and pigmentation of the skin and hair. In culture, neonatal melanocytes exhibit dendritic morphology and express key melanocyte-specific markers such as tyrosinase, TRP-1, TRP-2, and MITF. They actively produce melanin in response to UV exposure and signaling molecules such as α-MSH, making them highly suitable for studying melanogenesis and pigmentation pathways. AcceGen's neonatal melanocytes are cryopreserved at early passage to preserve their functional integrity and phenotypic stability. The cells undergo rigorous screening and isolation procedures, and are rigorously tested to ensure they are free of contamination from Mycoplasma, Fungi, Yeast, and Bacteria.
Product Code

Rat Epidermal Melanocytes-Neonatal, Rat Neonatal Melanocytes, Epidermal Melanocytes
Species

Rat
Cat.No

ABC-TC4132
Product Category

Primary Cells
Size/Quantity

1 vial
Cell Type

Melanocyte
Growth Mode

Adherent
Shipping Info

Dry Ice
Growth Conditions

37 ℃, 5% CO2
Source Organ

Epidermal
Disease

Normal
Biosafety Level

1
Storage

Liquid Nitrogen
Product Type

Rat Primary Cells
Quality Control

All cells test negative for mycoplasma, bacteria, yeast, and fungi.

Application

  • Neonatal rat epidermal melanocytes are widely utilized in pigment cell biology, dermatology, and toxicology research. They provide a robust model for investigating melanogenesis, UV-induced DNA damage, oxidative stress responses, and pigmentation disorders such as vitiligo or hyperpigmentation. These cells are also suitable for evaluating skin-lightening or melanocyte-activating compounds, as well as cell-cell interactions with keratinocytes and fibroblasts in co-culture or 3D skin models. Their relevance to human pigmentation physiology supports both basic research and translational studies in skin health and cosmetic innovation.

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