Cell Line, Transformed

Eukaryotic cell line obtained in a quiescent or stationary phase which undergoes conversion to a state of unregulated growth in culture, resembling an in vitro tumor. It occurs spontaneously or through interaction with viruses, oncogenes, radiation, or drugs/chemicals.

Year introduced: 1988

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Tree Number(s): A11.251.210.172

MeSH Unique ID: D002461

Entry Terms:

• Transformed Cell Line
• Cell Lines, Transformed
• Transformed Cell Lines

Previous Indexing:

• Cell Line (1966-1987)
• Cells, Cultured (1966-1987)
• Cell Transformation, Neoplastic (1966-1987)
• Cell Transformation, Viral (1978-1987)
• Tissue Culture (1966-1976)

See Also:

• Cell Transformation, Neoplastic
• Cell Transformation, Viral

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Cells
Cells, Cultured
Cell Line
Cell Line, Transformed
COS Cells
HEK293 Cells
RAW 264.7 Cells