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HuH-7, originally derived from a human hepatocellular carcinoma, is particularly valuable for studying liver cancer dynamics, viral hepatitis, and drug metabolism. However, concerns about cell line misidentification and genetic drift in cell lines highlight the importance of rigorous authentication to maintain the reliability of research outcomes, despite their widespread use.<\/jats:p>\n                  <\/jats:sec>\n                  <jats:sec>\n                    <jats:title>Methods<\/jats:title>\n                    <jats:p>In this study, we present a detailed (cyto)genetic and molecular analysis of HuH-7 cells, focusing on their hepatocellular characteristics and potential applications in translational research. 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