Prostate Epithelial Cell Research

The mouse prostate gland consists of three major cell types: luminal cells that secrete prostatic peptides, basal cells that have stem-like properties, and neuroendocrine cells that secrete peptides to support the growth and viability of luminal cells. See MoreProstate stem cells are believed to differentiate to basal transit-amplifying cells, which can then develop into luminal cells. Study the mechanisms of these cells and their roles in prostate cancer by culturing and evaluating prostate epithelial progenitor cells in prostate colony-forming unit (Pr-CFU) assays. This robust assay for prostate epithelial progenitor cell identification and enumeration allows you to detect 7 times more mouse Pr-CFUs than published formulations.