Grace's Insect Medium, supplemented, 10 x 500 mL - FAQs

Q: For how long can I store Grace's Insect Medium, unsupplemented at room temperature?

We ship this product under ambient conditions throughout the year. We have performed shipping studies that shown components to be stable for at least 7 days at ambient temperatures. The important factor is to ensure that the media is not exposed to light at the warmer temperatures as there are vitamins and amino acids that will breakdown with light exposure. Find additional tips, troubleshooting help, and resources within our Cell Culture Support Center .

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For how long can I store Grace's Insect Medium, unsupplemented at room temperature?

We ship this product under “ambient” conditions throughout the year. We have performed shipping studies that shown components to be stable for at least 7 days at ambient temperatures. The important factor is to ensure that the media is not exposed to light at the warmer temperatures as there are vitamins and amino acids that will breakdown with light exposure.

Find additional tips, troubleshooting help, and resources within our Cell Culture Support Center.

What additional supplements are required in Grace's Insect Cell Culture Medium, Unsupplemented to make a "complete" formulation that will support insect cell growth?

Grace's Insect Cell Culture Medium, Unsupplemented requires addition of 3.33 g/L of lactalbumin hydrolysate and 3.33 g/L of yeastolate for the “base” growth medium. For the “complete” growth medium that will support insect cell growth, 10% fetal bovine serum must also be added. This “complete” growth medium is also referred to as TNM-FH.

Find additional tips, troubleshooting help, and resources within our Cell Culture Support Center.