COS-7
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Description: Derived from CV-1 simian cells transformed by an origin-defective mutant of SV40. The cells support the growth of recombinant SV40 viruses. The cells should be handled at laboratory containment level 2.
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Species: Monkey
Tissue: Kidney
Growth Properties: Adherent
Morphology: Fibroblast
Growth Medium: DMEM + 2mM Glutamine + 10% Foetal Bovine Serum (FBS).
Subculturing Procedure: Split sub-confluent cultures (70-80%) 1:3 to 1:10 i.e. seeding at 1-3×10000 cells/cm² using 0.25% trypsin or trypsin/EDTA; 5% CO2; 37°C.
Release Conditions: Yes – CITES (Convention on the International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora) licence required for all orders outside the European Union
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Originator: No
References: Cell 1981;23:175
Hyperlink to ECACC Cell Line Data Sheet: 87021302
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