High efficient isolation and systematic identification of human adipose-derived mesenchymal stem cells
2011

Efficient Isolation and Identification of Human Adipose-Derived Stem Cells

Sample size: 5 publication Evidence: high

Author Information

Author(s): Yang Xu-Fang, He Xu, He Jian, Zhang Li-Hong, Su Xue-Jin, Dong Zhi-Yong, Xu Yun-Jian, Li Yan, Li Yu-Lin

Primary Institution: Jilin University

Hypothesis

The study aims to develop high efficient methods to isolate and identify human adipose-derived mesenchymal stem cells (hADSCs).

Conclusion

The study developed efficient methods for isolating and cultivating hADSCs, providing a systematic strategy for their identification and characterization.

Supporting Evidence

  • The yield of hADSCs reached around 1 × 10^6 per gram of adipose tissue.
  • hADSCs exhibited typical fibroblast-like morphology and normal karyotype.
  • The cells expressed high levels of MSC-specific markers and showed no contamination from hematopoietic lineage.

Takeaway

Scientists found a better way to get stem cells from fat tissue, which can help in medical research and treatments.

Methodology

hADSCs were isolated from abdominal adipose tissue using collagenase digestion and adherence to flasks.

Participant Demographics

Healthy obese women aged 23-41 years.

Statistical Information

P-Value

p<0.01

Statistical Significance

p<0.01

Digital Object Identifier (DOI)

10.1186/1423-0127-18-59

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