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Cell culture apparatus and method

US5686304A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateDec 15, 1995
Grant dateNov 11, 1997
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Expiry dateDec 15, 2015

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  • Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
  • CPC primaryC12M23/14
  • WIPO fieldBiotechnology
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

A cell culture apparatus formed of a plurality of thin (e.g., 0.005" or less), spaced, gas-permeable, silicone membranes sealed at their edges to form a bag-like vessel comprising one or more interior chambers suitable for containing cell culture media. A suitable portion of the membrane surfaces are of suitable thickness and surface area to provide structural integrity to the apparatus and sufficient gas permeability for cell growth within the chamber.

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