How does PBS clean cells?

Posted April 17, 2020

Chemical Reagents Buffer Preparations and Recipes IHC Immunohistochemistry (IHC)PBS buffer

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PBS is often used for washing due to being isotonic and non-toxic to cells and tissues, and thus allows for cells to be rinsed of unwanted media without potentially lysing them.

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PBS (Phosphate Buffered Saline) (1X, pH 7.4) Preparation and Recipe

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