Madin-Darby Canine Kidney cells (MDCK)

Madin-Darby Canine Kidney (MDCK) cells are a type of laboratory-grown cells derived from the kidney tissue of a dog. Scientists use them to study various biological processes, such as how cells grow, communicate, and respond to drugs or infection. Because they grow easily and behave consistently, MDCK cells are a valuable tool in research related to kidney function, cell biology, and drug development. They are also commonly used to test how viruses or medicines affect cells and tissues in a controlled environment.