Can anyone suggest a good sertoli cell line to work with?

Francesco Elia Marino @Francesco-Elia-Marino

26 November 2012 1 2K Report

It seems very difficult to find a good sertoli cell line to work with, any suggestions?

Francesco Elia Marino

Thanks. I am currently trying to obtain a sertoli primary culture......

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