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GFP Reporter Cell Line-4T1.2

GFP Reporter Cell Line-4T1.2

Cat.No. :  CSC-RR0319 Host Cell:  4T1.2

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Cat. No. CSC-RR0319
Description 4T1.2-GFP cell line is clonally derived from 4T1.2 cell line which was transduced by a lentiviral vector containing GFP and puromycin resistance gene. GFP is expressed as free cytoplasmatic proteins in these 4T1.2-GFP stable cells. It is a ready-to-use in vitro model for cell-based assay applications.
Gene GFP
Host Cell 4T1.2
Host Cell Species Mus musculus (Mouse)
Stability Validated for at least 10 passages
Reporter Type Fluorescent protein
Application

1. Gene expression studies

2. Protein localization

3. Drug screening and toxicology

4. Live cell imaging

Quality Control Negative for bacteria, yeast, fungi and mycoplasma.
Storage Liquid nitrogen
Source 4T1.2
Revival Rapidly thaw cells in a 37°C water bath. Transfer contents into a tube containing pre-warmed media. Centrifuge cells and seed into a 25 cm2 flask containing pre-warmed media.
Mycoplasma Negative
Format One frozen vial containing millions of cells
Storage Liquid nitrogen
Safety Considerations

The following safety precautions should be observed.

1. Use pipette aids to prevent ingestion and keep aerosols down to a minimum.

2. No eating, drinking or smoking while handling the stable line.

3. Wash hands after handling the stable line and before leaving the lab.

4. Decontaminate work surface with disinfectant or 70% ethanol before and after working with stable cells.

5. All waste should be considered hazardous.

6. Dispose of all liquid waste after each experiment and treat with bleach.

Ship Dry ice
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In 1998, a Balb/cfC3H mouse's breast tissue was used to create the murine mammary carcinoma cell line 4T1.2, which has traits similar to Stage IV breast cancer in humans. It started off as a 4T1 single-cell clone (ATCC CRL-2539) with a noticeable propensity for bone metastases that often resulted in fractures and paralysis of the hind limbs. Even though 4T1.2 is metastatic, it still exhibits primary tumor development characteristics similar to those of its parent line, 4T1. This cell line is a great resource for cancer research, especially when it comes to examining the genes that control the metastasis of breast cancer and assessing possible therapeutic drugs that aim to reduce spontaneous metastasis in immune-competent Balb/c mice.A genetically altered cell line called 4T1.2 is intended to express the green fluorescence protein (GFP) reporter gene. The 4T1 murine mammary carcinoma cell line, which is frequently employed in cancer research, is the source of this cell line. The GFP reporter gene makes it possible to monitor and visualize biological processes both in vivo and in vitro.

Immunotherapeutic studies of human HER2+ cancer are constrained by the current mouse models, such as transgenic MMTV-erbb2 and MMTV-neu. Researchers used the GFP Reporter Cell Line-4T1.2 cell line to evaluate the impact of human HER2-targeted immunotherapy strategies on the immune system. First, a mouse syngeneic breast cancer model expressing a truncated form of human HER2, HER2T, was generated and its effectiveness was verified. Then, the oncolytic virus VSVΔ51 was combined with the antibody-drug conjugate T-DM1 to treat tumor-bearing mice. Efficacy was assessed by tumor control, survival, and immunoassays. The results showed that combined treatment of VSVΔ51 and T-DM1 significantly improved the therapeutic effect and activated extensive immune memory. Immunoassays revealed activation of CD4+ T cells, B cells, NK cells, and dendritic cells and production of tumor-reactive IgG.

The Figure 1 describes experiments conducted on 4T1.2 and 4T1.2-HER2T cells treated with T-DM1 to assess their response to VSVΔ51 infection. (doi: 10.3389/fimmu.2023.1181014)Figure 1. The researchers found that 4T1.2-HER2T cells, treated with T-DM1, enhance sensitivity to VSVΔ51 infection, as evidenced by viral titration and GFP foci quantification following infection at varying MOIs. (Taha Z, et al., 2023)

1. Cancer Research: This cell line is very valuable for cancer research, especially in studying genes that control breast cancer metastasis and evaluating therapeutic drugs that may reduce spontaneous metastasis in immune-compatible Balb/c mice. 2. GFP reporter gene: The genetically modified 4T1.2 cell line is designed to express the green fluorescent protein (GFP) reporter gene. This allows monitoring and visualization of biological processes in vivo and in vitro. 3. Metastasis Research: Due to the metastatic properties of the 4T1.2 cell line, it can be used to study the metastatic mechanisms, metastatic pathways, and metastasis suppression strategies of breast cancer. 4. Primary Tumor Development: In addition to its metastatic properties, the 4T1.2 cell line still has the characteristics of a primary tumor and can be used to study tumor growth, biological behavior, and treatment response. 5. Model Establishment: The 4T1.2 cell line can be used to establish breast cancer models for evaluating anti-tumor treatment strategies, new drug development, and the impact of the tumor microenvironment.
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GFP Reporter Cell Line-4T1.2 Cell Line What is the GFP expression level? Is it stable under different culture conditions?

A: Our GFP Reporter Cell Line-4T1.2 has undergone strict screening and verification to ensure the stable expression of the GFP gene. Through methods such as fluorescence microscopy and flow cytometry, we verified the expression level of GFP and performed repeated tests at different time points and in different batches. The results show that the cells can maintain stable GFP expression under appropriate culture conditions and are suitable for various experimental applications.

What impact does the 4T1.2 background have on the performance of this GFP cell line? Are there any special training requirements?

A: As a mouse breast cancer cell line, the background of the 4T1.2 cell line may affect cell migration and invasion, but it will not significantly affect the expression of GFP. We recommend that customers pay attention to the special growth requirements of the 4T1.2 cell line during use, such as culture medium components and culture conditions. Detailed culture guidelines will help customers maintain their cells in optimal condition.

Have the cell lines for this product been tested for contaminants? How to ensure the purity of cell lines?

A: Yes, our GFP Reporter Cell Line-4T1.2 has undergone rigorous contaminant testing, including detection of common contaminants such as mycoplasma and bacteria. We use methods such as PCR and cell culture testing to ensure the purity of our cell lines. We have strict quality control procedures to ensure that each batch of cell lines meets high standards of purity.

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Stability

The performance of GFP Reporter Cell Line-4T1.2 is indeed very stable. During the culture process, we observed consistent cell growth and stable gene expression. Especially the application of these cells in bone metastasis research is really helpful.

Canada

06/26/2020

Gene expression

The cells' primary tumor characteristics are similar to 4T1, and they also have good bone metastasis capabilities. The cells grew uniformly during the experiment, and there was no instability in gene expression. The expression of GFP gene allows us to clearly observe the tumor spread process, which is very suitable for in-depth cancer research.

Germany

10/16/2021

Bone metastasis

Our laboratory has recently used GFP Reporter Cell Line-4T1.2. These cells have stable growth and consistent gene expression. As a platform to study gene regulation and drug efficacy in breast cancer, these cell lines are particularly prone to bone metastasis. The introduction of the GFP reporter gene simplifies our research process and allows us to observe the biological behavior of cells more intuitively. This cell line is indeed a very valuable tool and is recommended to all teams working in cancer research.

United States

03/31/2023

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