This detailed volume gathers a comprehensive collection of methods, prools, and procedures used for the identification, characterization, and selection of cancer stem cells. These include surface marker expression, side population, spheres formation, ALDH activity, and numerous others. Written for the highly successful
Methods in Molecular Biology
series, chapters include introductions to their respective topics, lists of the necessary materials and reagents, step-by-step, readily reproducible prools, and expert tips and troubleshooting advice to avoid potential pitfalls.
Comprehensive and practical,
Cancer Stem Cells: Methods and Prools
provides researchers with the techniques they will need in order to pursue vital research into this complex field of study.