Category: Lab Notes

Nucleolus

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The nucleolus is the most prominent membrane-less subnuclear structure found in all eukaryotic cells during interphase, although it disappears during…

Curing Mycoplasma Infected Culture

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Mycoplasma contaminated culture can either be discarded or be cured. The best approach is to discard the culture because: It…

Contaminating Mycoplasma species in Cell Culture

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Several mycoplasma species from human, porcine and bovine origin have been detected in cell culture. The following eight species account…

Preventing Mycoplasma Contamination in Cell Culture

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Mycoplasma contamination is a common and challenging problem in cell culture laboratories, but the following measures can substantially reduce the…

Sources of Mycoplasma Contamination

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Mycoplasma contamination is a prevalent issue in cell culture laboratories, posing significant challenges. However, a comprehensive understanding of mycoplasma contamination…

Common Mycoplasma Species Detected in Cell Culture

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The following species of mycoplasma are most frequently detected in cell culture: Mycoplasma pirum Mycoplasma salivarium Mycoplasma orale Mycoplasma fermentans…