T Cell Activation Bioassay (NFAT), Propagation Model, Technical Manual

Instructions for Use of Product(s)
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Literature # TM489

The T Cell Activation Bioassay (NFAT), Propagation Model, is a bioluminescent cell-based assay that overcomes the limitations of existing assays and can be used for the discovery and development of novel biologic and cell therapies aimed at inducing, strengthening and/or engineering T cell responses. The assay consists of a genetically engineered Jurkat T cell line that expresses a luciferase reporter driven by an NFAT-response element (NFAT-RE). The TCR/CD3 Effector Cells (NFAT) are provided in Cell Propagation Model (CPM) format, which includes cryopreserved cells that can be thawed, propagated and banked for long-term use.

The TCR/CD3 Effector Cells express endogenous TCR, CD3 and CD28 receptors. When the TCR/CD3 Effector Cells (NFAT) are engaged with an appropriate TCR/CD3 ligand or anti-TCR/CD3 antibody, the TCR transduces intracellular signals resulting in NFAT-RE-mediated luminescence. The bioluminescent signal is detected and quantified using Bio-Glo™ Luciferase Assay System and a standard luminometer, such as the GloMax® Discover System.

Summary of Changes
The following change was made to the 3/19 revision of this document:
1. Corrected the HyClone fetal bovine serum catalog number in Section 3.A.

Revised 3/19