Hank's Balanced Salt Solution, HBSS (with Phenol Red)

CAT#: BSS-210
  • 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) with phenol red 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. 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 0.441 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 5.6 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
Phenol Red 143-74-8 354.38 0.1 mM
Water 7732-18-5 18.02 Rest