Astrocyte Differentiation Kit (RMMS-00560311)
Cat. No.: RMMS-00560311
Category: Cell Differentiation Kits
Research Area: Disease Modeling, Drug Discovery and Toxicity Testing, Neuroscience
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1 Kit
Differentiation kit for the generation of astrocyte precursors from human ES and iPS cell-derived neural progenitor cells
Product Features
| Cell Type | Neural Cells, PSC-Derived, Neural Stem and Progenitor Cells |
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| Formulation | Chemically Defined, Serum-Free |
| Species | Human |
| Applications | Cell Culture, Differentiation |
| Description | Astrocyte Differentiation Kit is used to rapidly and efficiently generate astrocytic precursors from neural progenitor cells (NPCs) derived from human pluripotent stem cells (hPSCs) using SMADi Neural Induction Kit. These astrocytic precursors are then matured further into astrocytes using Astrocyte Maturation Kit. Using this system, a highly pure population of astrocytes (> 70% S100B-positive and > 60% GFAP-positive astrocytes; < 15% doublecortin-positive neurons) can be generated from hPSCs in as few as 7 weeks and can be maintained long term in culture. Cells derived using these products are versatile tools for modeling human neurological development and disease, drug screening, toxicity testing, and cell therapy validation. |
Storage & Shipping
| Storage | -20°C or colder |
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| Shipping | Shipped on gel packs. |
For research use only. Not for clinical use.
