Alpaca PBMCs

Alpaca peripheral blood mononuclear cells (PBMCs) are immune response cells that include lymphocytes, monocytes and dendritic cells from alpacas. Camelid PBMCs are widely used in clinical research because they provide a convenient, minimally invasive way to study the immune system and its response to diseases, infections and therapies. Alpaca PBMCs are useful in understanding various physiological and pathological mechanisms in camelids and are particularly used in antibody development and nanobody research. Lab4Paws collaborates with a network of veterinary clinics to source animal biospecimens complete with patient metadata, indication and treatment.

Advantages of Using ​Alpaca PBMCs
There are two primary breeds of alpacas (Lama pacos) used in research: Huacaya and Suri. Huacayas are the more common breed, recognized by their dense, crimped fleece, which gives them a fluffy, woolly appearance. They are generally docile and easier to handle, making them ideal for research settings. Suri alpacas, on the other hand, are distinguished by their long, silky fleece that hangs in distinctive locks.
Although less common than Huacayas, Suris, are prized for their luxurious fiber and are selectively bred for this trait.They tend to be rarer and slightly more challenging to handle, requiring specialized care in research environments. While both breeds have traditionally been valued for their high-quality fleece, their unique immune system characteristics have garnered attention in clinical and biomedical research, particularly due to their ability to produce heavy-chain antibodies, or “nanobodies”.

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