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HBSS, calcium and magnesium

Captivate Bio's HBSS is a solution used in a variety of cell culture applications including washing, diluting, and transporting cell or tissue samples. This formulation is with calcium and magnesium which is generally used as transport media or for reagent preparation.

Grouped product items
SKUSIZEPRICE QTY
HBSPH21000 mL
$40.00
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HBSPH2CS6 x 1000 mL
$230.00
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HBS002CS6 x 1000 mL
$230.00
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HBS0021000 mL
$40.00
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SKUHBSS-CT
Intended useCell and tissue washing, maintaining cells in a viable state including the collection and transport of biological specimens, mammalian cell culture
Catalog Number(s)HBS002 (without Phenol Red)
HBSPH2 (with Phenol Red)
Volume1000 mL
FormLiquid
Phenol Red IndicatorAvailable with or without Phenol Red
Storage15 - 30°C
Shelf-Life24 months from date of manufacture
Shipping ConditionsRoom Temperature
Quality StatementFor Research Use or further manufacturing use only.
ManufacturerCaptivate Bio
Maintaining balance in your cell cultures

Hanks’ Balanced Salt Solution (HBSS) is a buffer comprised of inorganic salts and supplemented with glucose as an energy source. HBSS is commonly used in a variety of cell applications such as washing, diluting, and transporting cell or tissue samples. HBSS provides a buffering system designed to uphold relevant physiological pH and osmotic balance for cells maintained in non-CO2 atmospheric conditions as well as provide your cells with water and essential inorganic ions.

This HBSS is modified as follows:

With:
  • Calcium
  • Magnesium
  • Glucose
Without:
  • Sodium Pyruvate

The complete formulation is available.

Standard packaging includes 1000 mL bottles. Other volumes and bioprocessing bags are available upon request. To inquire about bulk or custom options, please inquire here.

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References and Publications
  1. Relation of Oxygen and Temperature in the Preservation of Tissues by Refrigeration.
    Hanks, J.H. and Wallace, R.E. 1949. Proc. Soc. Exp. Biol. Med., 71:196. PMID: 18134009.
FAQs

Do you offer custom and/or bulk manufacturing of HBSS?

Yes, our team can work with you on custom formulations and bulk manufacturing. Our standard off-the-shelf product currently includes 1000 mL bottle sizes.

What is HBSS used for in cell culture?

Hanks' Balanced Salt Solution (HBSS) is used for a variety of cell culture applications, such as washing cells before dissociation, transporting cells or tissue, diluting cells for counting, and preparing reagents. Formulations with calcium and magnesium are generally used as transport media or for reagent preparation.

What is Hank's balanced salt solution?

Hanks' Balanced Salt Solution (HBSS) is composed of inorganic salts and most commonly include sodium, potassium, calcium, magnesium, and chloride. The solution is buffered with phosphate and maintains a physiological pH and osmotic pressure.

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