Primary Bovine Chondrocytes, Cryopreserved

Primary, uncultured cells

Tissue Procurement:  Bovine cartilage is derived from the metacarpalphalangeal joint (“knuckle”) of skeletally mature cows. Alternately cartilage can be harvested from the stifle joint (“knee”) or nasal septum for an additional procurement fee (please inquire).

Cryopreservation: Cartilage tissue is digested with a 2-step enzymatic treatment. The isolated chondrocytes are processed for cryopreservation and combined with FBS containing 10% DMSO. Cryopreserved cells are shipped with dry ice for overnight delivery. Expect recovery ~1.0E06 cells, with a guaranteed minimum recovery of 0.5E6 cells after 1 week in culture with Chondrocyte Growth Medium.

Quality Control: Tested negative for fungal and bacterial contamination.

*Optional: Contact us at articular.info@articular.com to request a list of currently available donors.