Other Medium

AffiGEN provides Other Medium that are custom-made with specialized nutrient solutions designed to support the growth of specific microorganisms or cells in laboratory settings. These media are crucial for various scientific and industrial applications, including microbiology, cell biology, and biotechnology.

Key Components

1. Macronutrients: Carbon, nitrogen, phosphorus, and sulfur sources.
2. Micronutrients: Trace elements like magnesium, calcium, and iron.
3. Vitamins and Growth Factors: Essential for specific cell types.
4. Buffers: Maintain stable pH.
5. Gelling Agents: Agar for solid media.

Types of Media

1. Defined Media: Precisely known components.
2. Complex Media: Includes unknown compositions like yeast extract.
3. Selective Media: Inhibits unwanted organisms.
4. Differential Media: Reveals differences between organisms.
5. Enriched Media: Contains additional nutrients like blood.

Customization Process

1. Requirement Identification: Define needs based on the target organism.
2. Formulation: Adjust nutrient concentrations based on data.
3. Testing and Optimization: Conduct growth trials and refine the medium.
4. Quality Control: Ensure consistency and sterility.

Applications

1. Microbiological Research: Isolation and characterization of microbes.
2. Cell Culture: Growth of animal, plant, and insect cells.
3. Biotechnology: Production of proteins and vaccines.
4. Pharmaceutical Industry: Drug screening and development.