Non-human Primate (Cynomolgus) NK Cells

Cynomolgus monkeys, a non-human primate (NHP) species native to Southeast Asia, are widely used in biomedical research due to their close genetic and physiological similarity to humans. With a lifespan of approximately 25–30 years, cynomolgus monkeys serve as robust models in toxicology, pharmacology, metabolism, physiology, and neuroscience research. Importantly, many age-related conditions observed in cynomolgus monkeys—such as cardiovascular disease, Alzheimer’s disease, osteoarthritis, obesity, and diabetes—closely parallel those in humans, making them highly relevant for translational studies.

Natural Killer (NK) cells are a critical subset of lymphocytes involved in innate immunity. In adult cynomolgus monkeys, NK cells constitute approximately 2–18% of peripheral blood mononuclear cells (PBMCs) and play essential roles in early defense against viral infections and tumor formation.

HumanCells Bioscience offers purified cynomolgus NK cells, ideal for investigating their biology, immune functions, and therapeutic potential.