ASTM International - ASTM E1536-00(2006)
Standard Practice for Detection of Mycoplasma Contamination of Bovine Serum by Large Volume Method (Withdrawn 2014)
Organization: | ASTM International |
Publication Date: | 1 November 2006 |
Status: | inactive |
Page Count: | 2 |
ICS Code (Medical microbiology): | 07.100.10 |
significance And Use:
Mycoplasmas of bovine origin are prevalent contaminants of cell cultures. Contamination can be detected by the large volume method.3 ,4
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scope:
1.1 This practice covers the procedures used for detection of mycoplasma contamination in serum by direct microbiological culture.
1.2 This practice does not cover procedures used for detection of mycoplasma in cell cultures.
1.3 This practice does not cover indirect methods for detection of mycoplasma contamination.
1.4 This practice does not cover methods for identification of mycoplasma cultures.
This standard does not purport to address all of the safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the responsibility of the user of this standard to establish appropriate safety and health practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.
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