HNO223

The HNO223 cell line is derived from an oral squamous cell carcinoma, which is a subtype of head and neck squamous cell carcinoma (HNSCC). This cell line has been cytogenetically characterized, revealing significant DNA copy number gains in several chromosomal regions, including 3q22-qter, 8q, 9p, 9q, 11q13, 20p, and 20q. These regions are of particular interest as they frequently contain oncogenes implicated in the progression of HNSCC, such as those involved in cell proliferation, survival, and metastasis.

The amplification of 11q13, observed in HNO223, is associated with the overexpression of key oncogenes like CCND1 (cyclin D1) and CTTN (cortactin), which are known to contribute to the aggressive behavior of cancer cells, including enhanced cell cycle progression and increased invasiveness. This makes HNO223 a relevant model for investigating the molecular pathways involved in oral squamous cell carcinoma and for exploring therapeutic strategies targeting these genetic alterations.

HNO223 serves as a robust model in cancer research, particularly for studies aiming to understand the genetic and molecular underpinnings of HNSCC and for the development of targeted therapies that address these specific chromosomal abnormalities. Its genetic characteristics make it a valuable tool for both basic and translational research in oncology.

37°C, 5% CO₂, humidified atmosphere.

1. Confirm that the vial remains deeply frozen upon delivery, as cells are shipped on dry ice to maintain optimal temperatures during transit.

2. Upon receipt, either store the cryovial immediately at temperatures below -150°C to ensure the preservation of cellular integrity, or proceed to step 3 if immediate culturing is required.

3. For immediate culturing, swiftly thaw the vial by immersing it in a 37°C water bath with clean water and an antimicrobial agent, agitating gently for 40-60 seconds until a small ice clump remains.

4. Perform all subsequent steps under sterile conditions in a flow hood, disinfecting the cryovial with 70% ethanol before opening.

5. Carefully open the disinfected vial and transfer the cell suspension into a 15 ml centrifuge tube containing 8 ml of room-temperature culture medium, mixing gently.

6. Centrifuge the mixture at 300 x g for 3 minutes to separate the cells and carefully discard the supernatant containing residual freezing medium.

7. Gently resuspend the cell pellet in 10 ml of fresh culture medium. For adherent cells, divide the suspension between two T25 culture flasks; for suspension cultures, transfer all the medium into one T25 flask to promote effective cell interaction and growth.

8. Adhere to established subculture protocols for continued growth and maintenance of the cell line, ensuring reliable experimental outcomes.

Mycoplasma contamination is excluded using both PCR-based assays and luminescence-based mycoplasma detection methods.

To ensure there is no bacterial, fungal, or yeast contamination, cell cultures are subjected to daily visual inspections.

For long-term preservation, place vials in vapor-phase liquid nitrogen at about −150 to −196 °C. Storage at −80 °C is acceptable only as a short interim step before transfer to liquid nitrogen.

Cryopreserved cell lines are shipped on dry ice in validated, insulated packaging with sufficient refrigerant to maintain approximately −78 °C throughout transit. On receipt, inspect the container immediately and transfer vials without delay to appropriate storage.

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