Biopredic International are able to provide a selection of skin cells.
Keratinocytes
Human keratinocytes are an essential component of the epidermis. They form a barrier against external damage including viruses, bacteria, UV radiation, and all potential environmental attacks. They have a major role in the inflammatory response.
Human keratinocytes are used for a wide range of cellular and molecular studies: skin therapy/models, cosmetic testing, etc. They are also used for toxicology, pharmacology and drug development.
Human keratinocytes are isolated from adult human skin and cultured over one to three passages and then frozen.
Fibroblasts
Dermal fibroblasts are an essential component of the dermis; they not only produce and organise the extracellular matrix of the dermis but they also communicate with each other and with other cell types, playing a crucial role in regulating skin physiology. Like other cells producing connective tissue, fibroblasts are derived from primitive mesenchyme’s.
Human dermal fibroblasts are extensively used for a wide range of cellular and molecular studies: ECM protein analysis, wound healing, skin therapy/models, cosmetic testing, collagen metabolism, etc. They are also used for toxicology, pharmacology and drug development.
It is recommended to use fibroblast medium that has been developed for the in-vitro cultivation of adult human fibroblasts by Biopredic International. It contains a basal medium that is supplemented with mixtures containing serum and antibiotics.
Caltag Medsystems is the distributor of Biopredic International products in the UK and Europe. If you have any questions about these products, please contact us.