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cell-based format

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Involves the use of living cells of eukaryotic origin, derived from a multicellular organism, and is a heterogeneous assay type. Typically, this refers to permanent (immortal) cell lines, or primary cells, or some form of stem cells. This is distinct from a single-celled organism-based format (classically bacteria or yeast).