Rat Liver Epithelial Cells

Description

Rat Liver Epithelial Cells are primary cells isolated from healthy rat liver tissue. These cells exhibit a cobblestone epithelial morphology and form tightly adherent monolayers under standard culture conditions. They exhibit epithelial-specific features, including well-defined intercellular junctions and apical-basal polarity, and they express key markers such as cytokeratin-18 (CK-18), epithelial cell adhesion molecule (EpCAM), and γ-glutamyl transferase (GGT). Rat Liver Epithelial Cells contribute to bile duct maintenance, regeneration, and epithelial-mesenchymal interactions within the liver. Cryopreserved at early passage, they retain high post-thaw viability and stable phenotypic characteristics. To preserve optimal cellular function and consistency, repeated freeze-thaw cycles should be avoided. 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.