The SW579 cell line is a human thyroid cancer cell line that was originally established from a patient with anaplastic thyroid carcinoma. Anaplastic thyroid carcinoma is a rare and aggressive form of thyroid cancer with a poor prognosis, and cell lines like SW579 provide valuable models for studying the biology and therapeutic response of this disease.
SW579 cells are characterized by their high growth rate, invasive behavior, and resistance to conventional treatments, reflecting the aggressive nature of anaplastic thyroid carcinoma. These cells have been extensively used in thyroid cancer research to investigate various aspects of tumor biology, molecular mechanisms, drug resistance, and potential therapeutic interventions.
SW579 cell line serves as a valuable tool for researchers investigating anaplastic thyroid carcinoma and has contributed to the understanding of the molecular pathogenesis of this aggressive cancer. Continued research using the SW579 cell line may lead to the development of novel treatment approaches, personalized therapies, and improved outcomes for patients with anaplastic thyroid carcinoma in the future.
Organism species: Homo sapiens (Human)
| CATALOG NO. | PRODUCT NAME | APPLICATIONS | |
| Cells | CSI313Hu11 | Human SW579 Thyroid Carcinoma Cells (SW579) | For research use only. It is not approved for human or animal use, or for applications in in vitro diganostic procedures. |
| Extracts | n/a | Extract of SW579 Thyroid Carcinoma Cells (SW579) | Total Protein/DNA/RNA Extract Customized Service Offer |
| Mediums | MSI313Hu11 | Medium for Human SW579 Thyroid Carcinoma Cells (SW579) | Complete Medium for the culture of SW579 cell line |