A biologically relevant and powerful way to assess CD3 induced T-cell activation
A biologically relevant way to assess CD3 induced T-cell activation
T-Cell Activation Bioassays
Our T-cell Activation Bioassays, based on Svar’s proprietary iLite® technology, are designed to measure the effectiveness of antibodies engaging with CD3 receptors and triggering T-cell activation – a common mechanism of action (MoA) of therapeutic antibodies.
iLite T-Cell Activation Reporter Gene Assays
Our iLite T-cell activation assays utilize a dual-cell system with luciferase readouts, mimicking the natural interaction of the TCR/CD3 complex. This results in a powerful way of measuring the efficacy of antibodies to elicit T cell activation through CD3 interactions.
- Easier workflow than traditional T-cell activation Assays
- "Assay-ready" format for rapid and convenient use
- A secondary reporter gene that acts as an internal control, compensating for differences in cell number and matrix effects
- Reduced assay variability
Our T-Cell Activation Reporter-Gene Assays
FILTER VIEWiLite® CD19 (+) Target
Engineered to express CD19, this cell line is ideal for ADCC and bispecific antibody assays
iLite® CD19 (-) Target
CD19-negative target cell line used as a specificity control in ADCC and T cell engager assays
iLite® CD3 Effector
Optimized for quantifying T cell-mediated cytotoxicity and bispecific antibody function via CD3 engagement
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What is T-cell activation bioassays?
SVAR Life Science's iLite® T-Cell Activation Bioassays are cell-based reporter gene assays designed to measure T-cell activation through biologically relevant signaling pathways. They provide a functional readout of immune cell activation in vitro.
Why is T-cell activation important in immunotherapy development?
Many immunotherapies, including bispecific antibodies and T-cell-engaging therapeutics, rely on activating T cells to generate an anti-tumor immune response. Measuring T-cell activation helps evaluate biological activity and therapeutic performance.
What makes iLite® T-Cell Activation Bioassays different?
iLite® T-Cell Activation Bioassays use engineered reporter cells with a luciferase-based readout, providing a convenient and reproducible way to measure functional T-cell responses. The platform also incorporates an internal control reporter to support assay consistency.
How do iLite® T-Cell Activation Bioassays work?
When the CD3 receptor is activated, intracellular signaling induces reporter gene expression, generating a measurable luminescent signal. This allows quantitative assessment of T-cell activation and biological activity.
Why use a reporter gene assay for T-cell activation studies?
Reporter gene assays provide a quantitative, reproducible, and scalable method for measuring T-cell activation, making them well suited for screening, characterization, and potency applications
Which therapeutic modalities can be evaluated using T-cell activation assays?
These assays can support the development of T-cell engagers, bispecific antibodies, immune-modulating biologics, and other therapeutics designed to activate T-cell responses.
Can Svar develop custom T-cell activation assays?
Yes. Svar Life Science can develop custom iLite® reporter gene assays tailored to specific targets, mechanisms of action, and therapeutic programs.
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