HighQC™ Human Hair Follicle Stem Cell
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Human Hair Follicle Stem Cell; Frozen Vial and Plated cells are available. Cells are only guaranteed with purchase of AcceGen Media and AcceGen Extra Cellular Matrix for appropriate cell culture, for 30 days from the date of shipment.
Species | Human |
Cat.No | ABC-SC0097 |
Product Category | Stem Cells |
Size/Quantity | 1 vial |
Cell Type | Stem Cell |
Shipping Info | Dry Ice |
Growth Conditions | 37 ℃, 5% CO2 |
Source Organ | Hair Follicle |
Disease | Normal |
Biosafety Level | 1 |
Storage | Liquid Nitrogen |
Product Type | Human Adult Stem Cells |
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Human Hair Follicle Stem Cells are multipotent stem cells found in the hair follicle. They have the ability to differentiate into various cell types, including keratinocytes, which form the outer layer of the skin, and melanocytes, which produce pigment. These stem cells play a crucial role in hair growth, regeneration, and repair, as well as in maintaining the health of the skin and its appendages.
Human Hair Follicle Stem Cells are usually obtained from scalp biopsies or plucked hair follicles. These cells are then isolated and cultured in specialized media that support their growth and maintain their stem cell properties. The culture media often contain essential nutrients, growth factors, and supplements to mimic the natural environment of hair follicles and promote the proliferation of these stem cells
Human Hair Follicle Stem Cells are used in research to study hair growth and hair loss, skin regeneration, and wound healing. They are valuable in developing treatments for conditions like alopecia and other hair disorders. Additionally, these stem cells are used in cosmetic research to develop new hair and skin care products, and in regenerative medicine to explore therapies for skin injuries and diseases
Key characteristics of Human Hair Follicle Stem Cells in culture include their ability to form colonies, express specific stem cell markers such as CD34 and K15, and their potential to differentiate into various cell types like keratinocytes and melanocytes. They should exhibit healthy growth patterns, robust proliferation, and maintain their multipotency. It is also important to monitor their responsiveness to differentiation signals and their ability to integrate into skin models or tissue constructs.
Challenges in working with Human Hair Follicle Stem Cells include maintaining their viability and stem cell properties over long-term culture, preventing contamination, and ensuring consistent differentiation potential. The cells can be sensitive to changes in culture conditions, and variations in the isolation process can lead to differences in cell quality and behavior. Additionally, replicating the complex in vivo environment of hair follicles in vitro can be difficult, requiring precise control of culture conditions and supplementation with specific growth factors.