Gene transduction by sonoporation

Dev Growth Differ. 2008 Aug;50(6):517-20. doi: 10.1111/j.1440-169X.2008.01026.x. Epub 2008 Apr 22.

Abstract

Gene transduction technologies are essential tools for understanding of gene functions or gene cascades underlying embryogenesis. In this review, we introduce a gene transduction method using microbubble and ultrasound (hereafter referred to as sonoporation). Sonoporation is carried out with relatively simple procedures and easily transduces genes into mesenchymal cells without significant damage to target tissues. Therefore, sonoporation is effective for gene transduction to study the molecular mechanisms of morphogenesis.

Publication types

  • Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't

MeSH terms

  • Animals
  • Chick Embryo
  • Electroporation / methods
  • Gene Transfer Techniques*
  • Green Fluorescent Proteins / metabolism
  • Limb Buds / embryology
  • Mesoderm / cytology
  • Microbubbles
  • Models, Genetic
  • Sonication*
  • Transduction, Genetic

Substances

  • Green Fluorescent Proteins