Practice - Subculturing (Passaging)
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Practice Questions
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What is subculturing?
💡 Hint: Think about why we need to do this in cell cultures.
What technique is commonly used to detach adherent cells?
💡 Hint: What enzyme might come to mind?
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Interactive Quizzes
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What is the main purpose of subculturing cells?
💡 Hint: Consider the needs of cells in culture.
True or False: Primary cells can be subcultured indefinitely.
💡 Hint: Think about the life span of the cells.
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Challenge Problems
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You are tasked with maintaining a cell line that shows signs of overconfluence. Describe the appropriate steps you would take to subculture these cells and ensure their optimal health.
💡 Hint: Focus on each step and the importance of sterility.
During a routine subculture, you accidentally introduced a potential contaminant. What actions should you take to address the contamination?
💡 Hint: Think about contamination sources and how to mitigate them.
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