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MDCK-Protein Free

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UNSPSC Code:
41106514

biological source

dog kidney

packaging

tube of 5 μg 02050101-DNA-5UG
pkg of vial of cells 02050101-1VL

growth mode

Aggregates in suspension

karyotype

Not specified

morphology

Not specified

products

Not specified

receptors

Not specified

technique(s)

cell culture | mammalian: suitable

shipped in

dry ice

storage temp.

−196°C

Cell Line Origin

Canine Cocker Spaniel kidney

Cell Line Description

MDCK cell line (Sigma Catalogue number. 84121903) adapted to grow in the protein-free medium ′MDCK Protein-free Medium′ (Sigma M3678). Stirred culture is recommended, cells grow in suspended clumps.

Application

Propagation of viruses in the absence of animal-derived proteins.

Culture Medium

MDCK Protein-free medium (Sigma M3678) + 3.3mM Glutamine. When freezing cells down use Cell Freezing Medium (Sigma C2639) + 10% DMSO or use 50:50 fresh culture medium:conditioned medium plus 10% DMSO.

Subculture Routine

Viability may be poor on resuscitation and may initially decrease further. Full recovery may take up to 2 weeks. A centrifugation step to remove the cryoprotectant is essential. Rapidly thaw the frozen ampoule in a water bath at 37°C for 1-2 minutes. Tran

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