Human Cryopreserved Hepatocytes, Transporter Certified

Human Cryopreserved Hepatocytes, Transporter Certified - FAQs

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What should I plate hepatocyte cells on?

Hepatocytes need to be plated on collagen I-coated culture vessels.

Find additional tips, troubleshooting help, and resources within our Cell Culture Support Center.

I am looking for hepatocytes with particular characteristics. Who should I contact?

Our hepatocytes are prequalified and sold according to application, such as induction, short-term metabolism, and transporter uptake. If you require cells with particular P450 values or donor specifications, please contact our Hepatic Biology Tech Support Team at hepaticproducts@invitrogen.com to help with specific lot recommendations.

What is a service level agreement (SLA) and do I need one when working with human tissue?

A service level agreement (SLA) is required ONLY if you are working in a laboratory in the European Union. An SLA is designed to comply with the UK's Human Tissue Authority (HTA) regulations and outlines the scope of use for human biologicals.

Are there guidelines for the procurement of human liver tissue for cryopreserved human hepatocytes?

Yes, we comply with country-specific legal and ethical standards for procurement of human liver tissue, including the global ICH Guidelines, and the US's HIPAA, Uniform Anatomical Gift Act, National Organ Transplant Act, and Hospital Internal Review Board (IRB) approval processes.

Where do you get liver tissue for cryopreserved human hepatocytes?

We source liver tissue from a network of hospitals in North America that perform surgical resections on living donors, as well as from deceased donors whose organs were rejected for transplant.