Hank's Balanced Salt Solution, HBSS

CAT#: BSS-215
  • Useful in cell and tissue culture and preservation
  • Effective in providing cells with a stable pH and osmotic balance while mimicking physiological conditions
  • Ready-to-use solution tested for pH

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Product Description

Hank’s Balanced Salt Solution (HBSS) is an isotonic solution that is useful in cell culture and tissue maintenance. It is composed of inorganic salts and a carbohydrate energy source, ensuring that cells are provided with the necessary nutrients while maintaining a stable pH and osmotic balance for optimal cell growth and function. Its balanced formulation is designed to preserve the structural and physiological integrity of cells, making it valuable for biological research and development.

Specifications

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Method: Filtered through 0.22-micron filter.
Storage: 2-8°C
Synonym: HBSS
pH: 7.40 ± 0.20
QC Testing: Appearance, pH
Component NameCASMolecular WeightConcentration
Sodium Chloride 7647-14-5 58.44 137.93 mM
Potassium Chloride 7447-40-7 74.55 5.33 mM
Potassium Phosphate Monobasic Anhydrous 7778-77-0 136.09 0.44 mM
Sodium Phosphate Dibasic Anhydrous 7558-79-4 141.96 0.338 mM
Sodium Bicarbonate 144-55-8 84.01 4.17 mM
Dextrose 50-99-7 180.16 5.56 mM
Calcium Chloride Dihydrate 10035-04-8 147.01 1.26 mM
Magnesium Chloride Hexahydrate 7791-18-6 203.3 0.49 mM
Magnesium Sulfate Anhydrous 7487-88-9 120.37 0.41 mM
Water 7732-18-5 18.02 Rest