PropertiesShow Fewer Properties DescriptionGeneral descriptionFetal Bovine Serum (FBS) is a complex mixture with low and high molecular weight biomolecules exhibiting optimal growth-enhancing and growth-suppressing functions. FBS contains molecules, such as growth factors, proteins, vitamins, trace elements, hormones etc. These molecules are important for the growth and maintenance of cells. It is a common supplement for cell culture media.[2][3] ApplicationFBS derived from clotted blood is the most widely used undefined supplement in eukaryotic, especially mammalian, cell culture.[4][5][1] It is typically used with the classical media that were developed in the 1950s and 1960s. These include many popular media such as Minimum Essential Medium (MEM); Dulbecco′s Modified Eagles Media (DME, DMEM); Iscove′s Modified Eagles Medium (IMDM); M199 and Roswell Park Memorial Institute medium, RPMI-1640. LinkageRequest a serum sample Analysis NoteEndotoxin and hemoglobin tested Safety InformationPersonal Protective Equipment Eyeshields, Gloves RIDADR NONH for all modes of transport WGK Germany 3 |
