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H4891

Hanks′ Balanced Salts

Modified, without calcium chloride, magnesium sulfate, phenol red and sodium bicarbonate, powder, suitable for cell culture

Synonym(s):

Balanced Salt Solution, Hanks’ Salt Solution

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UNSPSC Code:
12352207
NACRES:
NA.75
MDL number:
MFCD00217418
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Quality Segment

form

powder

technique(s)

cell culture | mammalian: suitable

storage temp.

2-8°C

General description

Formulation: click here.

Application

Hanks′ Balanced Salts may be used when working with stem cells or when growing cells at low densities. Also, it may be used to minimize cell attachment or aggregation, and for the preparation of external bathing solution and wash solution.

Preparation Note

Formulated to contain 9.5 grams of powder per liter of medium.
Supplement with 0.35 g/L sodium bicarbonate.

Other Notes

The pH is adjusted after addition of sodium bicarbonate. Investigators who work with stem cells or cell clones frequently prefer media without phenol red.

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Storage Class

11 - Combustible Solids

WGK

WGK 1

Flash Point (°F)

Not applicable

Flash Point (°C)

Not applicable

PPE (personal protective equipment)

Eyeshields, Gloves, type N95 (US)

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