Cell strain

{
  "id": "MLC-T-CHM-001780",
  "term": "Cell strain",
  "field": "Chemistry",
  "definition": "A subpopulation of cells derived from a primary culture that has been selected for specific characteristics or has undergone a limited number of passages in vitro. Unlike continuous cell lines, cell strains have a finite lifespan and eventually undergo senescence. They retain more characteristics of the original tissue than immortalized cell lines.",
  "subject": "Chemistry and Human Health",
  "references": [
    "PAC, 2007, 79, 1153. 'Glossary of terms used in toxicology, 2nd edition (IUPAC Recommendations 2007)' on page 1187 (https://doi.org/10.1351/pac200779071153)"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/chemistry/cell-strain/"
}