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Organotypic Skin Culture.

Authors :
Oh, Ji Won
Hsi, Tsai-Ching
Fernando, Christian
Ramos, Raul
Plikus, Maksim V
Source :
Journal of Investigative Dermatology. Nov2013, Vol. 133 Issue 11, pe14. 1p.
Publication Year :
2013

Abstract

The article offers information on the role of organotypic skin culture techniques in in vitro studies. It further emphasizes on the implications of epidermis and hair follicle in in vitro systems. It states the future uses to stimulate human skin disease and study their mechanisms. Further discussed are limitations of the organotypic hair follicle cultures. It notes that artificial skin can be used for screening therapeutic potential of new drugs on human tissues.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
0022202X
Volume :
133
Issue :
11
Database :
Academic Search Index
Journal :
Journal of Investigative Dermatology
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
91098345
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.1038/jid.2013.387