Hep2 (Clone 2B) (HeLa derivative)

CODE: 85011412
Human cervix carcinoma

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Description: This cell line has been adapted for growth in suspension. Cells support growth of arboviruses, measles virus, poliovirus 1, adenovirus 3 and VSV (Indiana strain). This cell line has been found to be indistinguishable from Hela by STR PCR DNA profiling. Therefore, the cell line should be considered as derived from HeLa. Ethnicity: Black.

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Species: Human

Tissue: Cervix

Growth Properties: Suspension

Morphology: Spherical

Growth Medium: EMEM (EBSS) + 2mM Glutamine + 1% Non Essential Amino Acids (NEAA) + 10% Foetal Bovine Serum (FBS).

Subculturing Procedure: Maintain cultures between 2-9×100, 000 cells/ml; 5% CO2; 37°C. To maintain cell growth in suspension cells should be grown in Spinner flasks (e.g. Techne Stirrers at speed of approx 40 rpm).

Release Conditions: No

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Originator: No

References: Cancer Res 1954;14:660; Ann NY Acad Sci 1958;76;497; Cancer Res 1955;15:598

Hyperlink to ECACC Cell Line Data Sheet: 85011412

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