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Modeling Cardiac Hypertrophy: Endothelin-1 Induction with Flow Cytometry Analysis
9 Jul 2013This Application Protocol describes how to utilize iCell Cardiomyocytes in a 5-day post-plating in vitro cellular model of cardiac hypertrophy that is induced by endothelin-1 (ET-1) and quantified via increased BNP expression using a reproducible flow cytometry-based assay readout.
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Flow Cytometry / Cell CountingFlow cytometers are used to count, sort and examine multiple characteristics of cells. Other cell analysis equipment includes image cytometers, cell counters, fluorescence-activated cell sorters (FACS), magnetic-activated cell sorters (MACS), and a range of flow cytometry assay kits. Flow cytometers can reveal information on cell viability, cell proliferation, apoptosis and cell cycle progression, as well as identify cell populations and intracellular or cell-surface molecules. Additionally, some flow cytometers, known as FACS, have an additional sorting function after analysis. Cell counters and image cytometers count live and dead cell populations and can also conduct cell proliferation assays. Find the best flow cytometers, cell counters and cell sorters in our peer-reviewed product directory: compare products, check customer reviews and receive pricing direct from manufacturers.CardiomyocytesCell AnalysisThe analysis of cells allows researchers to understand the factors which contribute to cell health and function. These influencing processes can then be predicted and altered, leading to the development of medication and disease treatments.
