Poly-D-Lysine - FAQs

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What solution is Poly-D-Lysine (Cat. No. A3890401) delivered in?

Poly-D-Lysine is in PBS solution.

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Can I freeze Poly-D-Lysine?

Yes, Poly-D-Lysine can undergo one freeze-thaw cycle without impacting performance. Please note that this does not extend the shelf-life of the product.

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Are there any animal origin components in Poly-D-Lysine?

The Poly-D-Lysine matrix is animal origin-free.

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I coated my plates with Poly-D-Lysine and I'm noticing that the cells are dying within a few days of plating the cells. How can I ensure cell survival?

It is possible that the plates were not adequately rinsed with water prior to plating the cells. Residual Poly-D-Lysine is toxic and may be the cause of cell death. It is recommended to rinse the plates with water three times before exposing the cells to the matrix.

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I coated my plates with Poly-D-Lysine and I'm noticing that the cells are not attaching well. What can I do to prevent the cells from lifting off?

When coating the surface with Poly-D-Lysine, make sure that the entire surface is fully covered and that the appropriate volume of coating matrix is applied.

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What type of cultureware can I pair with Poly-D-Lysine?

The Poly-D-Lysine matrix has been coated on a variety of Nunc cell cultured treated plastic multi-well dishes as well as glass surfaces.

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Can I use the Poly-D-Lysine matrix with other coatings?

iPSC-derived neurons have been cultured successfully on Poly-D-Lysine with a secondary coating of mouse and human laminin.

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I'm currently culturing neurons. Which media system do you recommend using in conjunction with the Poly-D-Lysine matrix?

We recommend using the B-27 Plus Neuronal Culture System when culturing neurons on Poly-D-Lysine. The B-27 Plus Neuronal Culture System is a complete media system that includes the B-27 Plus Supplement and the Neurobasal Plus Medium.

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What cell types will Poly-D-Lysine support as an attachment matrix?

The Poly-D-Lysine matrix has successfully supported the attachment of primary rodent neurons, iPSC-derived neurons and PC12 cells.

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How long can I store Poly-D-Lysine at 4 degrees C?

The product can be stored at 4 degrees C for 12 months after the date of production.

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