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Isolation of Myoepithelial Cells from Adult Murine Lacrimal and Submandibular Glands
Isolation of Myoepithelial Cells from Adult Murine Lacrimal and Submandibular Glands
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Isolation of Myoepithelial Cells from Adult Murine Lacrimal and Submandibular Glands

Isolation of Myoepithelial Cells from Adult Murine Lacrimal and Submandibular Glands

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June 11, 2019

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June 11, 2019

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The lacrimal gland (LG) has two cell types expressing α-smooth muscle actin (αSMA): myoepithelial cells (MECs) and pericytes. MECs are of ectodermal origin, found in many glandular tissues, while pericytes are vascular smooth muscle cells of endodermal origin. This protocol isolates MECs and pericytes from murine LGs.

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