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U-251 revisited: genetic drift and phenotypic consequences of long-term cultures of glioblastoma cells.
Cancer medicine - 1 Aug 2014
Torsvik Anja, Stieber Daniel, Enger Per Øyvind, Golebiewska Anna, Molven Anders, Svendsen Agnete, Westermark Bengt, Niclou Simone P, Olsen Thale Kristin, Chekenya Enger Martha, Bjerkvig Rolf
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It is well known that in vitro subculture represents a selection pressure on cell lines, and over time this may result in a genetic drift in the cancer cells. In addition, long-term cultures harbor the risk of cross-contamination with other cell lines. The consequences may have major impact on ex...
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