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Human Lung Interstitial Macrophages Lung Interstitium

Primary Cells > Lung & Airway Cells

Product Type: Lung Cells

Species: Human

Cell Type: Immune Cells

Source Organ: Lung

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Cell Name: Human Lung Interstitial Macrophages

Description

Human Lung Interstitial Macrophages are derived from the lung interstitium, representing a vital component of the second line of defense against microbial invaders due to their phagocytic nature. This heterogeneous population, including macrophages from various sources like bone marrow-derived and embryonic progenitor cells, plays a crucial role in regulating tissue fibrosis, inflammation, and antigen presentation. At steady state, human lung interstitial macrophages express the immunosuppressive cytokine IL-10, contributing to immune balance. Notably, these macrophages exhibit elevated turnover rates, akin to blood monocytes, and display increased TUNEL staining, indicative of a continuous transition with blood monocytes replacing apoptotic interstitial macrophages.
Product Name

Human Lung Interstitial Macrophages
Product Type

Lung Cells
Species

Human
Cell Type

Macrophage
Source Organ

Lung Interstitium
Disease

Normal
Growth Conditions

37 °C, 5% CO2
Size/Quantity

1 vial
Recommended Medium And Supplement

Human Lung Interstitial Macrophages Medium Kit
Quality Control

All cells test negative for mycoplasma, bacteria, yeast, and fungi.
Shipping Conditions

Dry Ice
Storage

Liquid Nitrogen
Biosafety Level

1

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