TIGIT, discovered in 2009, is a pivotal immunomodulatory receptor belonging to the immunoglobulin superfamily. Initially identified on T cells and natural killer cells, TIGIT exerts profound regulatory effects on immune responses by dampening T cell activation and promoting immune tolerance. In the realm of immuno-oncology, TIGIT has emerged as a promising target for therapeutic intervention due to its involvement in tumor immune evasion mechanisms. To facilitate deeper investigations into TIGIT-mediated signaling pathways and to expedite the discovery of TIGIT-targeting immunotherapies, the development of the Human TIGIT Stable Cell Line-CHO was undertaken. This cell line, created through stable transfection of Chinese hamster ovary (CHO) cells with the human TIGIT gene, serves as a robust in vitro model for elucidating the intricate functions of TIGIT and its interactions with its ligands, primarily CD155 and CD112. By providing a reliable platform for screening potential immunomodulatory agents and dissecting the molecular mechanisms underlying TIGIT signaling, this cell line has significantly advanced our comprehension of TIGIT biology and its therapeutic implications across various pathological conditions, including cancer and autoimmune diseases.
Myelodysplastic syndrome (MDS) comprises heterogeneous blood disorders, originating from abnormal hematopoietic stem cells. It features peripheral blood (PB) cytopenia, bone marrow (BM)dysfunctional hematopoiesis, and increased AML risk. Researchers aimed to investigate the role of TIGIT in myelodysplastic syndrome (MDS) and its potential as a therapeutic target. They obtained fresh PB and BM samples from MDS patients and healthy donors, analyzing TIGIT expression on NK and T cells using flow cytometry (FCM) and PCR. Results showed high TIGIT expression on PB NK and T cells, correlating with disease progression and immune evasion in MDS. Functional assays revealed impaired NK and T cell activity associated with elevated TIGIT levels. Notably, blocking TIGIT enhanced antitumor effects, suggesting its potential as a therapeutic target in MDS.
Figure 1. The function of NK and T cells is limited by TIGIT. Cytokine expression and proliferation of TIGIT+ and TIGIT– NK and T cells were assessed in HDs. (Meng F, et al., 2020)
Utilizing Creative Biogene's Human TIGIT Stable CHO Cell Line enhances experiments related to TIGIT function. This stable cell line offers a consistent and reliable cellular model for investigating TIGIT-mediated immune regulation. By using this cell line, researchers can streamline experimental procedures, reduce variability, and achieve reproducible results in studies focused on TIGIT's impact on NK and T cell function, cytokine expression, and proliferation.
1. Immunotherapy: Human TIGIT Stable Cell Line-CHO facilitates the study of TIGIT-mediated immunosuppression in cancer. Example: Evaluating TIGIT blockade efficacy in enhancing T cell-mediated antitumor responses.
2. Autoimmunity: Assessing TIGIT's role in autoimmune diseases using Human TIGIT Stable Cell Line-CHO. Example: Investigating TIGIT signaling in modulating regulatory T cell function in autoimmune models.
3. Infectious Diseases: Studying TIGIT's impact on immune responses against pathogens. Example: Analyzing TIGIT-mediated immune evasion mechanisms in chronic viral infections.
4. Immunomodulation: Utilizing Human TIGIT Stable Cell Line-CHO to explore novel immunomodulatory therapies. Example: Screening candidate drugs targeting TIGIT for enhancing immune checkpoint blockade efficacy.
5. Biomarker Discovery: Investigating TIGIT expression patterns in patient samples for prognostic or diagnostic purposes. Example: Correlating TIGIT expression levels with disease progression in clinical cohorts.
Customer Q&As
What motivated the selection of SH-SY5Y cells for establishing the Cas9 stable cell line?
A: SH-SY5Y cells were likely chosen for their neuroblastoma origin and relevance to neuroscience research, providing a model system to investigate gene function and regulatory mechanisms using CRISPR/Cas9 technology.
How was the efficiency and specificity of Cas9 expression validated in this SH-SY5Y stable cell line?
A: Efficiency and specificity were likely assessed through methods such as genomic sequencing, functional assays measuring indel formation, or reporter assays targeting known Cas9 cleavage sites.
Can you elaborate on the characterization of genomic editing outcomes and cellular phenotypes associated with Cas9 expression in this SH-SY5Y cell line?
A: Characterization may involve analysis of knockout or knock-in efficiency, off-target effects, changes in neuronal differentiation, synaptic function, or response to neurotoxic stimuli upon genetic manipulation.
What quality control measures were employed during the generation of this stable cell line?
A: Quality control likely included confirmation of Cas9 expression levels, validation of its editing efficiency and specificity, assessment of off-target effects, and validation of phenotypic changes associated with genetic manipulation.
How do the observed genomic editing outcomes and phenotypic changes in this Cas9 stable cell line contribute to our understanding of neurodevelopmental disorders or neurodegenerative diseases?
A: Comparative analysis with other neuronal models or patient-derived samples helps elucidate the functional significance of targeted genes in neurological disorders, identify potential therapeutic targets, and guide drug development efforts.
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Impressive performance
Exceptional quality! The Human TIGIT Stable Cell Line in CHO cells has been invaluable in our immunology research. Its stable expression of TIGIT has provided a reliable model for investigating T cell inhibition and immune checkpoint regulation.
Valuable tool
Reliable and consistent! The stable expression of TIGIT in CHO cells has facilitated precise and accurate studies of immune checkpoint pathways. Its consistent TIGIT expression has ensured reproducible results and enhanced the reliability of our experiments.
United Kingdom
08/25/2023
Exceptional stability
Streamlining our studies! With the Human TIGIT Stable Cell Line, we've been able to explore the therapeutic potential of targeting immune checkpoints with confidence. Its stable expression of TIGIT has simplified experimental workflows and accelerated the pace of our research.
United Kingdom
08/05/2022
Simplifying complex studies
Impressive performance! The Human TIGIT Stable Cell Line has consistently exhibited robust TIGIT expression, exceeding our expectations. Its stable expression has been instrumental in elucidating the role of TIGIT in immune evasion and antitumor immunity.
Impressive performance
A valuable tool in immunotherapy! The Human TIGIT Stable Cell Line has transformed our understanding of immune regulation. Its stable expression of TIGIT has provided a solid foundation for investigating novel immunotherapeutic strategies and advancing the development of immune checkpoint inhibitors.
United Kingdom
10/15/2023
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