Glossary

The glossary is an alphabetical list of acronyms and terms related to our products.

Genetic Drift
A change or mutation in the genetic make up of a cellular population induced by long term culture or a change in growth conditions.
GM-CSF
Granulocyte Macrophage Colony Stimulating Factor
GMEM
Glasgow's Modified Minimum Essential Medium
Growth Curve
See Cell Phase.
Growth Factors
Usually proteins required by cells for their growth and metabolism. Most cell lines are satisfied by those growth factors included in serum but others require additional supplements.

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