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Cryopreserving Cultured Cells

Synopsis
An important part of cell culture is the ability to cryopreserve or freeze cells as a method of storing them. Shows in an actual experiment the method and principles of cryopreserving cells using DMSO with minimal loss of viability. The investigator uses glass vials or ampoules to effectively store frozen cells in liquid nitrogen and compares their use with plastic vials.
Series
Cell Culture, Series
Language
English
Country
Great Britain
Medium
Video; Videocassette. VHS (PAL or NTSC). col. 22 min.
Year of production
1992
Availability
OUT OF DISTRIBUTION; 1994 sale: US$62.00 (inclusive)
Subjects
Biology
Keywords
cell biology; cell cultures; cell structure; laboratory procedures

Distributor

Name

USA

Phone
+1 801 753 6911
Fax
+1 801 752 5615
Notes
Closed down 12/99

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