CHO Cells
CELL LINE derived from the ovary of the Chinese hamster, Cricetulus griseus (CRICETULUS). The species is a favorite for cytogenetic studies because of its small chromosome number. The cell line has provided model systems for the study of genetic alterations in cultured mammalian cells.
Year introduced: 1992
Date introduced: January 2, 1991
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Tree Number(s): A11.251.210.200, A11.436.155
MeSH Unique ID: D016466
Entry Terms:
- Cell, CHO
- Cells, CHO
- CHO Cell
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