Description
Corning® Bovine Pituitary Extract (BPE), 15mg, is a broadly used supplement to culture a variety of epithelial and endothelial cells. BPE contains growth factors (e.g., basic FGF) and hormones. 1/pack Source Bovine pituitary glands Quality Tested for ability to promote proliferation of Fetal Bovine Heart Endothelial Cells (FBHEC) in medium containing 10% newborn calf serum Filtered (0.2 µm membrane) and tested and found negative for bacteria, fungi and mycoplasma Preparation and Storage Stable for at least three months at 2° to 8°C (lyophilized) or = three months at -20°C (solubilized). Avoid multiple freeze/thaws. Tip Recommended concentration - 25-100 µg/ mL of medium depending on cell type Formulation Lyophilized from NaCl-containing buffer; reconstitute in serum-free medium Storage Shelf life: >= 3 months from date of shipment at 2-8°C (lyophilized) or >= three months at -20°C (solubilized)
