Method for culturing microorganisms in prefilled flexible containers
US6146875A · kind A · utility
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| Filing date | Nov 3, 1998 |
| Grant date | Nov 14, 2000 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 3, 2018 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
- CPC primaryC12M99/00
- WIPO fieldBiotechnology
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
The invention is a method for using flexible packaging in connection with incubating a sample in a liquid culture medium. A flexible, gusseted bag is first presterilized by irradiation. Then, the bag is prefilled with a presterilized liquid culture medium. The bag is self-supporting and takes on the characteristics of a rigid container when filled. Prefilling and sterilizing it enables it to be shipped to a laboratory. The bag is easy to open and reseal for introduction of a culture sample at the laboratory. After introduction, the sample is incubated in the bag.
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