The oral epithelium is a mucous layer in the mouth consisting of stratified squamous epithelial cells either keratinized or nonkeratinized. The oral epithelium and an underlying layer of lamina propria together form the mucosal epithelium that act as a physical barrier to external environment. For instance, the oral gingival epithelium act as a main barrier against bacterial biofilm that triggers gingivitis and periodontitis. Human primary oral epithelial cells are mainly distributed in the buccal part of oral cavity and undergoes continual regeneration to compensate for the damage caused by daily chewing.
Why Choose Human Oral Epithelial Cells from AcceGen?
Human oral epithelial cells from AcceGen are isolated from human oral mucosa. Human oral epithelial cells culture are cryopreserved at passage 3 in the media. Each vial contains > 5×10^5 cells in 1 ml volume. Antibodies specific to oral epithelial cells such as cytokeratin-18 are tested positive by immunofluorescence. Human oral epithelial cells can be further expanded for 2-4 passages at a split ratio of 1:2 or 1:3 under the condition and protocols recommended by AcceGen. All cells are tested negative for HIV-1, HBV, HCV and other pathogens.
