PSC Cryopreservation Kit
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PSC Cryopreservation Kit
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PSC Cryopreservation Kit

The PSC Cryopreservation Kit contains xeno-free PSC Cryopreservation Medium, which is a ready-to-use solution for the cryopreservation of early passageRead more
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Catalog number A2644601
Price (USD)
396.00
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Price (USD)
396.00
Each
Add to cart
The PSC Cryopreservation Kit contains xeno-free PSC Cryopreservation Medium, which is a ready-to-use solution for the cryopreservation of early passage pluripotent stem cells (PSCs), and RevitaCell™ Supplement (100X), a chemically defined recovery supplement for use in the post-thaw culture media. When used in combination, these reagents help minimize loss of cell viability, maximize post-thaw recovery, and minimize unwanted differentiation of pluripotent stem cells. This kit can also be used to cryopreserve and recover peripheral blood mononuclear cells (PBMCs) to improve post-thaw cell viability and recovery.

• Efficient recovery—routinely achieves 50% more viable cells than traditional methods of PSC cryopreservation
• Consistent—chemically defined media maintains normal morphology, pluripotency, and karyotype of pluripotent stem cells over 10 passages
• Reduced variability—optimized reagents minimize the causes of genetic instability of pluripotent stem cells

Reliable
Xeno-free, chemically defined formulations help ensure the proliferation capacity and long-term culture of PSCs and PBMCs in a stable state, thus helping to increase their usefulness in research and clinical research applications.

Easy to use
The PSC Cryopreservation Medium is provided as a ready-to-use, complete solution containing 10% DMSO for efficient cell addition. Separate additions of enhancing reagents are not required, helping save valuable preparation time.

Versatile
The kit is compatible with cells cultured in a variety of media systems including Essential 8™ medium, StemPro™ hESC SFM, and other commercially available formulations. Also, the kit is compatible with clump and single cell passaged PSCs.

cGMP manufacturing and quality system
The PSC Cryopreservation Kit is manufactured at a cGMP-compliant facility. The facility is also registered with the FDA as a medical device manufacturer and certified to ISO 13485 standards.
For Research Use Only. Not for use in diagnostic procedures.
Specifications
ClassificationXeno-free for Cryomedium, Animal Origin-free for RevitaCell
Culture TypeStem Cell (Human, iPS - Induced Pluripotent Stem, Embryonic)
Product TypePSC Cryopreservation Kit
Serum LevelSerum-free
With AdditivesDMSO (10%)
Manufacturing QualitycGMP for medical devices, 21 CFR Part 820 and ISO 13485
Product LineGibco™
Quantity50 mL
Shipping ConditionDry Ice
Unit SizeEach
Contents & Storage
• 50 mL Cryopreservation Media
• 5 mL RevitaCell Supplement (100X)

Store at -5 to -20°C and protect from light.

Frequently asked questions (FAQs)

Can RevitaCell Supplement be used in addition to a traditional ROCK Inhibitor?

No. Combination of RevitaCell Supplement with a traditional ROCK inhibitor will result in deleterious effects on PSCs.

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The RevitaCell Supplement in the PSC Cryopreservation Kit has a strong smell. Is this normal?

Yes, it is normal that the RevitaCell Supplement has a strong smell.

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What is the difference between the PSC Cryopreservation Kit and the CTS PSC Cyropreservation Kit?

The CTS PSC Cryopreservation Kit (Cat. No. A4239301) provides the same efficient recovery, consistency, and reduced variability as the PSC Cryopreservation Kit (Cat. No. A2644601). However, these two kits have different intended use statements, i.e., “For Research Use or Manufacturing of Cell, Gene, or Tissue-Based Products. CAUTION: Not intended for direct administration into humans or animals” and “For Research Use Only”, respectively. Furthermore, the CTS PSC Cryopreservation Kit has full USP sterility testing info and a Drug Master file (DMF), whereas the sterility testing of the PSC Cryopreservation is via a modified USP method, and it does not have a DMF.

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Can I cryopreserve the iPSCs?

You can cryopreserve iPSCs just as you would cryopreserve any pluripotent stem cells. Growth medium with 10% DMSO is recommended for freezing, or our PSC cryopreservation kit (Cat. No. A2644601) can be used

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Can the Cryopreservation Medium from PSC Cryopreservation Kit be aliquoted and frozen again?

We have not tested this. However, the medium is stable when stored at 4 degrees C for up to 6 months. There are no components that R&D would be concerned about during a freeze thaw; however, this was not formally tested.

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