MCDB 131 Medium
MCDB 131 Medium – Classic Cell Culture Medium in Multiple Configurations
MCDB 131 Medium, classic cell culture medium
RUO (P04-80057)
MCDB 131 is a medium for the cultivation of human micro-vascular endothelial cells under reduced serum content. For this purpose it has to be supplemented with dialyzed serum, EGF and hydrocortisone. It is available in several configurations differing in glutamine form, so you can match the formulation to your protocol.
Classic MCDB 131 Medium for reliable cell culture. A well-established formulation, sterile-filtered and quality-controlled for reproducible results.
Why MCDB 131 Medium
- Classic formulation – the established MCDB 131 Medium 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 | MCDB 131 Medium |
| Buffer | 1.176 g/L NaHCO3 |
| 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 MCDB 131 Medium?
MCDB 131 is a medium for the cultivation of human micro-vascular endothelial cells under reduced serum content. For this purpose it has to be supplemented with dialyzed serum, EGF and hydrocortisone.
Which configurations are available?
Options include with L-glutamine, glutamine-free.
How is it stored?
MCDB 131 Medium is stored at +2°C – +8°C.
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