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4T1-luc2 Bioware® Ultra

Overview

4T1-luc2 is a luciferase expressing cell line which was stably transfected with firefly luciferase gene (luc2). The cell line was established by transducing lentivirus containing luciferase 2 gene under the control of human ubiquitin C promoter. 

Designation:  4T1-luc2

Tissue:  Mouse: mammary gland; adenocarcinoma

Source of Parental Line:  ATCC (CRL-2539™)

Gene Transfer Vehicle:  pGL4 luc2 Lentivirus

Bioluminescence In Vitro:  Approximately 6700 photons/sec/cell.  Exact number will vary depending on imaging and culturing conditions.

In vivo Models Tested:  Nu/nu (CR); Subcutaneous

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Applications

• Mammary fat pad orthotopic model
• Subcutaneous tumor models



Five 4T1-luc2 cells were injected subcutaneously into the dorsal region near the thigh of female nu/nu mouse. Bioluminescent signal could be detected in the animal way before it could be measured with a caliper. Tumor growth is monitored weekly by an IVIS Spectrum. Tumor was visible 28 days post implantation