
NK Cells
NK cells are a type of cytotoxic lymphocyte that plays a critical role in the innate immune system’s defense against infected and cancerous cells. Unlike T cells, which are part of the adaptive immune response, NK cells do not require prior activation to kill their targets. Instead, they can quickly identify and eliminate abnormal cells, including virus-infected cells and tumor cells.
NK cells also play a role in regulating immune responses by interacting with other immune cells, such as dendritic cells and macrophages. They can modulate the activity of these cells through direct cell-cell contact or by secreting regulatory cytokines. ScienCell proteins has various growth facts for NK cells including IL-2, IL-3, and SCF.
With robust animal-free manufacturing platform and rigorous quality control procedures, ScienCell’s endothelial growth factors and cytokines are:
- Animal origin-free (AOF) and carrier protein-free
- Highly pure (>95%, by SDS-PAGE, minimal interference from contaminants)
- Highly bioactive (equally or more bioactive than other dominant suppliers)
- Highly reproducible with excellent lot-to-lot consistency