I am currently establishing a transgenic cell line (H9) using a plasmid containing Zeocin resistant gene. An antibiotic kill curve was performed ranging from 0.5 ug/mL to 1000 ug/mL. H9 WT cells were killed within 2 days with the lowest concentration (0.5 and 1.0 ug/mL), while all cells detached and underwent cell death within a day with other concentration. Similar rate of cell death was observed in cells containing the resistant gene where its gene expression is driven by SV40 promoter.

Therefore, I am asking if anyone has used Zeocin to maintain or select cells with Zeocin antibiotic. If yes, what is the concentration used, particularly on H9 cell lines.

Thank you.

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