The basics about cell culture methods

The Department of Biological sciences of the University of Maryland (UMBC) has a protocol section very useful for cell culture first time users. They explain extensively all the components of the work area and the equipment mainly used, from how the hood works to the microscope or the incubators. Also, types of cells that grow [...]

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Fundamental techniques in cell culture

Sigma-Aldrich publishes in its learning center web site a very complete guide to cell culture techniques. It goes from the basic techniques to sterile techniques, freeze and thaw cells, culturing of semi-adherent or suspension cell lines, test for bacteria or fungi in the cultures, detection of mycoplasma,… In summary, an extensive guide for cell culture [...]

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This post was written by admin on April 1, 2009 Comments (0)