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V79 Cell Line

General Information
Organism Cricetulus griseus, Chinese hamster
Cell Line Description V79 is a widely utilized fibroblast-like cell line, originally isolated in 1958 from the lung tissue of a male Chinese hamster. In the fields of genetic toxicology and radiation biology, it stands as one of the most significant mammalian cell models. V79 cells are characterized by their exceptionally rapid growth rate (with a doubling time of 10–14 hours), high cloning efficiency, and relatively simple karyotype. These cells are frequently employed to investigate gene mutations, chromosomal aberrations, and DNA repair mechanisms. Given their lack of significant endogenous metabolic activation enzymes (such as cytochrome P450), this cell line is often used in conjunction with an exogenous metabolic system (S9 mix) to assess the mutagenicity of pro-carcinogens.
Tissue Lung
Cell Type Fibroblast
Morphology Fibroblast-like
Gender Male
Age Adult
Product Format Frozen
Growth Mode Adherent
Biosafety Level 1 (Biosafety classification is based on U.S. Public Health Service Guidelines)
Applications 1. Genetic toxicology and mutagenicity assays (e.g., HPRT gene mutation assay)
2. Radiation biology and DNA damage/repair research
3. Screening for environmental pollutants and industrial chemicals
4. Cytotoxicity testing and evaluation of drug safety
5. Study of cell cycle kinetics and centrosome functions
Shipped In Dry ice
Storage Temperature −196°C
Characteristics
Karyotype Near-diploid; modal number = 22 (range 19–23)
Growth Kinetics Extremely rapid; doubling time approximately 12 hours
Genetic Profile TP53 deficient (missense mutation); stable chromosomal structure
Cloning Efficiency Very high (>80%); ideal for single-cell colony formation assays
Mycoplasma Test Negative
Culture Conditions and Handling
Subculturing 1. Remove and discard the culture medium.
2. Briefly rinse the cell monolayer with PBS (Ca²⁺/Mg²⁺-free) to thoroughly remove residual serum.
3. Add 1.0 to 2.0 mL of 0.25% Trypsin–0.53 mM EDTA solution, and observe until the cell monolayer has dispersed (typically takes 2 to 5 minutes).
4. Add complete growth medium to neutralize the trypsin, and gently pipette to prepare a single-cell suspension.
5. Transfer the cell suspension into new culture vessels.
Medium Renewal 2 to 3 times per week
Subcultivation Ratio A split ratio of 1:5 to 1:10 is recommended
Culture Conditions Atmosphere: Air, 95%; CO2, 5%; Temperature: 37°C
Cryopreservation Complete growth medium supplemented with 5% to 10% (v/v) DMSO

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