IMDM
IMDM – Classic Cell Culture Medium in Multiple Configurations
IMDM, classic cell culture medium
RUO (P04-20250)
The IMDM is a modified DMEM, with a higher content of vitamins, selenium and amino acids. When supplemented with albumin, transferrin and soy lipids, it is well suited to culturing lymphocytes, marrow cells or hybridoma cells. It is available in several configurations differing in glutamine form, HEPES / phenol red, so you can match the formulation to your protocol.
Classic IMDM for reliable cell culture. A well-established formulation, sterile-filtered and quality-controlled for reproducible results.
Why IMDM
- Classic formulation – the established IMDM recipe for reliable, reproducible culture.
- Glutamine options – available as with L-glutamine, glutamine-free.
- Broad use – suitable for a wide range of routine cell culture applications.
- Multiple pack sizes – available in several pack sizes; other sizes on request.
Formulation at a glance
| Type | Classic basal cell culture medium |
| Product | IMDM |
| Buffer | 3.024 g/L NaHCO3 |
| Configurations | glutamine form, HEPES / phenol red |
| Format | Liquid, sterile-filtered |
| Storage | +2°C – +8°C |
Ordering & grades
Applications
- General mammalian cell culture
- Routine culture with serum supplementation
Frequently asked questions
What is IMDM?
IMDM is a modified DMEM with a higher content of vitamins, selenium and amino acids. When supplemented with albumin, transferrin and soy lipids, it is well suited to culturing lymphocytes, marrow cells or hybridoma cells.
Which configurations are available?
Options include with L-glutamine, glutamine-free, and further variants (glutamine form, HEPES / phenol red).
How is it stored?
IMDM is stored at +2°C – +8°C.
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