Optimal conditions of collagenase treatment for isolation of articular chondrocytes from aged human tissues

Introduction: There are various types of cartilage, including the auricular and articular cartilages. These cartilages have different functions, and their matrix volume and density of chondrocytes may differ. Thus, different protocols may be required to digest different types of cartilage. Methods:...

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Main Authors: Kazumichi Yonenaga, Satoru Nishizawa, Takumi Nakagawa, Yuko Fujihara, Yukiyo Asawa, Atsuhiko Hikita, Tsuyoshi Takato, Kazuto Hoshi
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Elsevier 2017-06-01
Series:Regenerative Therapy
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Online Access:http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2352320416300414