Table 2. Cell-surface markers on human neuroblastoma SP and non-SP cells.
Cell-surface marker | SP cells | Non-SP cells |
---|---|---|
GD2 | ++++ | ++ |
c-kit | ++++ | ++ |
CD45 | - | - |
CD71 | - | +/- |
CD56 | +/- | +/- |
AC133 | - | - |
Positivity was assessed by fluorescence-activated cell sorting; the cut-off was measured against an isotype control antibody. Ranking percent positive cells:-, <5%; +/-, 6-10%; +, 10-20%; ++, 21-40%; +++, 41-70%; ++++, >70%.