A specific labeler of the human gingival fibroblast (HGF) does not exist. Anionic maghemite nanoparticles allow labeling of a wide cell variety and their recognition in cellular, organotypical, and animal models.
Laboratory of Arterial Development Research, Paris Descartes Medicine University, National Institute of Health and Medical Research Combined Team 0016, Paris, France. adrien.naveau@laposte.net