Science Portal: Cancer Invasion
Featured Application Note
AN-SC-03 – Modelling Cancer Cell Migration and Invasion Using Novel Technology for Three Dimensional Cell Culture
Cancer is characterised by unregulated and abnormal cell growth in which cells divide uncontrollably, forming malignant tumours, and invade into adjacent tissues. The ability of malignant tumour cells to spread and invade normal surrounding tissues is the most life threatening aspect of the disease leading to significant morbidity and mortality. In 2008, cancer caused about 13% of all human deaths worldwide (7.6 million) (World Health Organization, 2012). Rates are rising as more people live to an old age and as mass lifestyle changes occur in the developing world.
Ordering information
Alvetex Scaffold is currently available in the following formats. The formats relevant to cancer invasion culture are highlighted.
| Product | Catalogue code | Presentation |
|---|---|---|
| Alvetex Scaffold 12 well plate | AVP002-2 | 2 x 12 well plates, individually sterile blister packed |
| Alvetex Scaffold well insert holder and deep petri-dish | AVP015-2 | 2 units, individually sterile blister packed |
| Alvetex Scaffold 6 well insert | AVP004-12 | 12 inserts, individually sterile blister packed |
| Alvetex Scaffold 12 well insert | AVP005-12 | 12 inserts, individually sterile blister packed |
| Alvetex Scaffold 24 well plate | AVP006-2 | 2 x 24 well plates, individually sterile blister packed |
| Alvetex Scaffold 96 well plate | AVP009-2 | 2 x 96 well plates, individually sterile blister packed |
Alvetex Scaffold is sold through various scientific labware distributors around the world.
