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Gibco™ Mammary Epithelial Growth Supplement (MEGS)

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Description

Mammary Epithelial Growth Supplement (MEGS)

A sterile, concentrated (100X) solution intended for use as one component in a complete culture environment for the growth of human mammary epithelial cells. Each 5 ml bottle of MEGS contains all of the growth factors, hormones, and tissue extracts necessary for the culture of mammary epithelial cells and is the correct amount of supplement for a 500 ml bottle of Medium 171.

When a 500 ml bottle of medium is supplemented with MEGS, the final concentrations of the components in the supplemented medium are:

  • Bovine pituitary extract (BPE) (0.4% v/v)
  • Recombinant human insulin-like growth factor-I (1μg/ml)
  • Hydrocortisone (0.5μg/ml)
  • Human epidermal growth factor (3 ng/ml)

    • Specifications

    Content And Storage Store at -20°C in a non-frost-free freezer.
    Cell Type Epithelial Cells (Mammary)
    Concentration 100 X
    Product Type Growth Supplement
    Sterility Sterile
    Product Line Cascade Biologics
    Quantity 5 mL
    Shipping Condition Dry Ice
    Species Human

    Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

    Is Mammary Epithelial Growth Supplement (MEGS) suitable for MCF10A culture?

    Yes, Mammary Epithelial Growth Supplement (MEGS) is suitable for MCF10A culture. You can also include 5% horse serum if desired.

    For Research Use Only. Not for use in diagnostic procedures.