Detailed Steps for Changing Medium in a Cell Culture Flask
During cell culture, regularly changing the culture medium is a critical operation for maintaining cell health and promoting growth. This article details the steps for changing the medium in a cell culture flask , including how to remove the old medium and add new medium, ensuring operational accuracy and optimal cell conditions. Cell Culture Flasks Ⅰ. Removing the Old Medium Step 1: Preparation Before starting, prepare the following tools and materials: Pipette or Pasteur pipette: for aspirating the old medium. PBS buffer: for washing the cells to remove suspended cells and impurities. Sterile working environment: ensure all operations are performed under aseptic conditions to avoid contamination. Step 2: Tilting the Flask Tilt the cell culture flask gently at a 45-degree angle with the smooth side facing you. This angle helps control the flow of the old medium more effectively during aspiration and minimizes disturbance to the adherent cells. Step 3: Aspirating the Old Medium U...