Culture and identification of rat corpus cavernosum smooth muscle cells by modified tissue block adherence method

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Found programs: National Natural Science Foundation of China (Nos. 82474319, 82405412)

Authors:Zhang Tao1,2, Yu Maobin1,2, Liu Meijun2, Ma Ziyang1,2, Zhang Peihai1,2

Keywords:rats; corpus cavernosum smooth muscle cells; smooth muscle actin; vitro model; cell culture; immunofluorescence; tissue block adherence method

DOI:专辑:医药卫生科技

〔Abstract〕 To establish an in vitro culture model ofrat corpora cavernous smooth muscle cells (CCSMCs) using a modified tissue block adherence method. Methods Corpus cavernosum smooth muscle tissue was digested with collagenase type I and subsequently cultured using an adherent method. Cells were purified via differential adhesion and identified through immunofluorescence and Western blotting. Results CCSMCs began to emerge from the tissue block after 3 days, increased significantly by day 7, and converged by day 12. Post-passage, CCSMCs exhibited strong proliferation and a “peak-to-valley” phenomenon. After purification, the cells tested positive for α-smooth muscle actin (α-SMA), confirming the successful establishment of the in vitro culture model. Conclusion The modified tissue block adherence method is a cost-effective and efficient way to obtain high-purity CCSMCs.