Hek 293 Cells
Hek 293 Cells (also known as HEK 293, HEK-293, HEK 293T, 293 cell lines, and Human Embryonic Kidney 293 cells) are human embryonic kidney cells that have been transformed by a virus, commonly adenovirus type 5. They are used extensively in biomedical research and are the most widely used cell lines in the world. Hek 293 Cells are capable of expressing an array of proteins, including human proteins for receptor-ligand interactions and membrane transport proteins. Due to their wide-ranging capabilities, Hek 293 Cells are often used to study gene expression, virus replication, and drug toxicity. They are also used in vaccine and gene therapy production, as well as for stem cell research. Hek 293 Cells are an invaluable tool in biomedical research and the development of therapeutic treatments.
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