SA β Gal staining is widely used in various fields of biological research:
1. Aging Research: By identifying senescent cells in tissues, researchers can study the role of cellular senescence in the aging process and age-related diseases. 2. Cancer Research: SA β Gal staining helps in understanding the tumor microenvironment, as senescent cells can influence tumor progression and response to therapy. 3. Drug Development: Evaluating the efficacy of senolytic drugs, which are designed to eliminate senescent cells, often involves SA β Gal staining to quantify the reduction of these cells in treated tissues.
