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| Cat No. | ABC-H0044X |
| Product Type | Pulmonary Cells |
| Cell Type | Pericyte |
| Species | Human |
| Growth Conditions | 37 ℃, 5% CO2 |
| Source Organ | Lung |
| Disease | Normal |
| Storage | Liquid Nitrogen |
Human Pulmonary Pericytes regulate angiogenesis, microvascular stability, and barrier properties, supporting lung vascular biology and disease research.
Human pulmonary pericytes are mesenchymal cells derived from the microvasculature of normal human lung tissue. These cells exhibit a spindle-shaped, fibroblast-like morphology and grow adherently under standard culture conditions. For optimal performance, they are isolated at early passages. These cells are non-immortalized and can only undergo limited in vitro expansion. Pulmonary pericytes play essential roles in angiogenesis, capillary integrity maintenance, vascular remodeling, and immune modulation in the lung. They respond to injury by releasing proinflammatory cytokines and regulate the PDGF-PDGFRβ signaling axis, crucial for vasculature repair. Dysregulation of these cells is associated with pulmonary fibrosis and chronic lung inflammation. The cells show a normal human karyotype, and markers such as PDGFRβ, NG2, and CD146 are expressed.
| Species | Human |
| Cat.No | ABC-H0044X |
| Quality Control | All cell lots test negative for HIV-1, HBV, HCV, mycoplasma, yeast, fungi, and other pathogens. |
| Product Category | Primary Cells |
| Size/Quantity | 1 vial |
| Cell Type | Pericyte |
| Growth Mode | Adherent |
| Shipping Info | Dry Ice |
| Growth Conditions | 37 ℃, 5% CO2 |
| Source Organ | Lung |
| Disease | Normal |
| Biosafety Level | 1 |
| Storage | Liquid Nitrogen |
| Product Type | Pulmonary Cells |
| Key Features | – Backed by AcceGen advanced technology |
Human pulmonary pericytes serve as an ideal in vitro model for studying lung disease mechanisms, particularly in fibrosis and asthma, due to their role as key myofibroblast precursors. These cells enable researchers to investigate pericyte-endothelial interactions, pulmonary vascular dysfunction, and disease progression, offering potential for high-throughput drug screening and the development of novel therapeutic strategies for respiratory disorders.
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Pulmonary pericytes are specialized contractile cells found wrapped around the endothelial cells of capillaries and venules in the lungs. They play a crucial role in maintaining blood vessel stability, regulating blood flow, and supporting the endothelial cells.
The primary function of pulmonary pericytes is to provide structural support to blood vessels, regulate blood-brain barrier integrity, influence blood flow, and participate in the repair and regeneration of the vasculature in the lungs.
Yes, dysfunction of pulmonary pericytes is closely related to pulmonary diseases such as pulmonary hypertension, fibrosis, and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). Their malfunction can lead to abnormal vascular remodeling, inflammation, and tissue scarring, exacerbating the progression of these conditions.
Pulmonary pericytes interact with endothelial cells through direct physical contact and paracrine signaling. These interactions are essential for blood vessel stability, regulation of permeability, and angiogenesis.
Key signaling pathways involved in pulmonary pericyte function include the PDGF (platelet-derived growth factor) pathway, TGF-β (transforming growth factor-beta) pathway, and Notch signaling. These pathways regulate pericyte proliferation, migration, and differentiation.