Attachment enhanced 293 cells
AssigneeSmithKline Beecham Corporation
InventorsPaul G. Lysko, Nabil A. Elshourbagy, Mary E. Brawner
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Abstract
Attachment enhanced human embryonic kidney cells, 293, are provided. These cells have been modified to contain a selected mammalian scavenger gene, which has been found to improve the ability of these cells to attach in culture. The improved cells of the invention are useful in assays in which the unmodified 293 cells could be used.
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Human embryonic kidney 293 cells transfected with mammalian macrophage scavenger receptor gene, said cells demonstrating an enhanced ability to attach to a solid support.
A solid support to which is attached human embryonic kidney 293 cells transfected with a mammalian scavenger receptor gene.
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