Table with strengths/weaknesses of skeletal muscle models
| Pluripotent Stem Cells | Primary Myoblasts | Mature Myofiber Cultures | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maturation method | Transgene- or small molecule-based | Transgene- or small molecule–based | Not applicable |
| Phenotype | + | ++ | +++ |
| Length of differentiation protocol | + | ++ | Not applicable |
| Stability in culture | +++ | ++ | + |
| Accessibility | +++ | ++ | + |
| Homogeneity of culture | + | ++ | +++ |
| Functionality | + | ++ | +++ |
| Current use in drug testing | +++ | ++ | Not tested yet |