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Abstract
In vitro models provide an important platform for the investigation of cellular growth and atrophy to inform, or extend mechanistic insights from, logistically challenging in vivo trials. Although these models allow for the identification of candidate mechanistic pathways, many models involve supraphysiological dosages, nonphysiological conditions, or experimental changes relating to individual proteins or receptors, all of which limit translation to human trials. To overcome these drawbacks, the use of ex vivo human plasma and serum has been used in cellular models to investigate changes in myotube hypertrophy, cellular protein synthesis, anabolic and catabolic markers in response to differing age, disease states, and nutrient status. However, there are currently no concurrent guidelines outlining the optimal methodology for this model. This review discusses the key methodological considerations surrounding the use of ex vivo plasma and serum with a focus in application to skeletal muscle cell lines (i.e., C2C12, L6, and LHCN-M2) and human primary skeletal muscle cells (HSMCs) as a means to investigate molecular signaling in models of atrophy and hypertrophy, alongside future directions.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | C420-C427 |
Journal | AJP: Cell Physiology |
Volume | 324 |
Issue number | 2 |
Early online date | 26 Dec 2022 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - 3 Feb 2023 |
Keywords
- Humans
- Cell Line
- Coculture Techniques
- Cell Culture Techniques/methods
- Muscle Fibers, Skeletal/metabolism
- Atrophy/metabolism
- Hypertrophy/metabolism
- Muscle, Skeletal/metabolism
- Muscular Atrophy/pathology
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NIHR Biomedical Research Centre (BRC) - Core Theme
Barrett, T., Adams, D., Newsome, P., Kyte, D., Slade, A. & Calvert, M.
NIHR CENTRAL COMMISSIONING FACILITY
1/04/17 → 30/11/22
Project: Other Government Departments