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Cell culture apparatus and method for culturing cells

US6455310B1 · kind B1 · utility

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Filing dateMar 15, 2000
Grant dateSep 24, 2002
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Expiry dateMar 15, 2020

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  • Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
  • CPC primaryC12N13/00
  • WIPO fieldBiotechnology
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

Provided is a cell culture apparatus for culturing cells, and optionally, for performing magnetic separation of cells desired to be cultured. The cell culture apparatus preferably comprises a frame; two membranes, preferably each being gas permeable, which are securedly sealed in a leak-proof selaing to a frame in forming a culture chamber therebetween; and at least one resealable aperture to allow substances to be introduced into, or withdrawn from, the culture chamber.

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