DETACHaBEAD Mouse CD4 Kit

University of Maryland, College Park
Cell Biology and Molecular Genetics
Post-doctoral researcher

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Company:

Thermo Fisher Scientific

Product Name:

DETACHaBEAD® Mouse CD4 Kit

Catalog Number:

12406D

Our lab analyzes murine CD4+ T cells and their role in inflammatory processes. Isolation of CD4+ T cells is often accomplished using CD4+ magnetic bead isolation. The use of these beads requires a DETACHaBEAD reagent to remove the cells.

Experimental Design and Results Summary

Application

Cell isolation/positive selection of cells

Starting Material

Murine lymph nodes and spleen

Protocol Overview

Homogenize isolated mouse lymph nodes and spleen and perform positive selection using CD4+ magnetic beads. After incubating sample(s) with magnetic beads, resuspend bead/cell pellet in 1mL cell culture media. Add DETACHaBEAD at the equivalent volume of the magnetic beads that was used. Incubate cells at room temperature for 45 minutes. Spin samples down to pellet beads. Remove supernatant containing purified cells.

Tips

Adjust volume of beads and DETACHaBEADS from the recommended volume suggested by the supplier to maximize cell isolations

Results Summary

A very pure (~98%) CD4+ cell population is achieved when using this product following isolation. Cells are very viable and healthy. 1-2x10^7 cells are isolated from mouse lymph nodes and spleen.

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Summary

The Good

Very high yield of viable healthy cells

The Bad

Takes time to perform the entire isolation protocol

The Bottom Line

Delivers high yields and viable healthy cells of the desired cell population

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