Vervet Monkey BSC1 Kidney Cell Line (NHFF-1123-HX14)

• The vervet monkey is an old-world monkey known to be equipped with many human-like characteristics such as emotional reactions, social behavior, and dependent alcohol use. The vervet is a useful NHP model for human genetic and social behaviors investigations. This product is derived from the vervet monkey kidney. Cells are negative for bacteria, fungi, and mycoplasma, and sensitive to Poliovirus type 1, SV40 virus and Vesicular stomatitis virus and can develop characteristic cytopathic effects after infection. This cell line is a suitable tool for virus detection.

Detailed Product Description

• Source: Vervet monkeys highly susceptible to SV40, poliovirus 1, and vesicular stomatitis (Indiana).
• Purity: ≥ 80%
• Organ/Tissue: Kidney
• Applications: Suitable for transfection by SV40 vectors.

Technical Specifications

• Cell Type: Kidney Cell Line
• Species: Vervet monkey
• Cryopreservation: Cryopreserved with appropriate cryoprotectant.
• Quality Control: Rigorously control cell purity and viability.
• Cell Status: Cryopreserved

Shipping and Storage

• Shipping: Cryopreserved cells are shipped with dry ice overnight. Upon receipt, promptly transfer the frozen cells to liquid nitrogen for storage until they are ready for use. It is important to note that cells should never be stored in -20 °C or -80 °C freezer.
• Storage: Liquid nitrogen (-180 °C)