Description
This was originally a clone of the MRC-5 cell line. This cell line was found to be indistinguishable from HeLa by STR PCR DNA profiling. Therefore, the cell line should be considered as derived from HeLa. Ethnicity Black.
Adherent Suspension
Adherent
Suggested Medium
EMEM (EBSS) + 2mM Glutamine + 1% Non Essential Amino Acids (NEAA) + 10% Foetal Bovine Serum (FBS).
Quality Control
C16 (HeLa derivative) Cell Line was tested and found to be free of mycoplasma, bacterial, viruses, and other toxins. All cells were above 95% viability before freezing.
Morphology
Epithelial-like
Shippment
C16 (HeLa derivative) Cell Line will be shipped using dry ice.
Storage
Store the cell lines in liquid nitrogen vapor (less than -130°C)
Warranty
C16 (HeLa derivative) Cell Line is for research use only
