Leibovitz’s L-15
Leibovitz’s L-15 – Classic Cell Culture Medium in Multiple Configurations
Leibovitz’s L-15, classic cell culture medium
RUO (P04-27055)
L-15 contains no sodium hydrogen carbonate because it is buffered already by a high concentration of amino acids. The L-15 medium supports the growth of established cells like Hep-2, but also human nerve cells and primary tissue explants. With 10 % tryptose phosphate broth it is also ideally suited for the cultivation of insect cell lines. It is available in several configurations differing in glutamine form, so you can match the formulation to your protocol.
Classic Leibovitz’s L-15 for reliable cell culture. A well-established formulation, sterile-filtered and quality-controlled for reproducible results.
Why Leibovitz’s L-15
- Classic formulation – the established Leibovitz’s L-15 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 | Leibovitz’s L-15 |
| Configurations | glutamine form |
| 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 Leibovitz's L-15?
Leibovitz’s L-15 contains no sodium bicarbonate and is instead buffered by a high concentration of amino acids, making it suitable for CO2-free culture. It supports established cells such as Hep-2, human nerve cells and primary tissue explants, and with 10 % tryptose phosphate broth is also suited to insect cell lines.
Which configurations are available?
Options include with L-glutamine, glutamine-free.
How is it stored?
Leibovitz’s L-15 is stored at +2°C – +8°C.
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