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The dangers of mycoplasma contamination

Cell and tissue biology Lab design and machinery Microbiology

Cell cultures are utilized for various purposes including studies exploring cell proliferation and the production of biologically active substances. They play a vital role in application development in research laboratories, regenerative medicine and other biotechnological production platforms. Good cell-culture conditions are key to achieving reproducible results amid rising concerns about mycoplasma contamination.

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