Corning™ Matrigel™ Membrane Matrix

Solubilized basement membrane preparations polymerize at room temperature

Produces a biologically active matrix material resembling the mammalian cellular basement matrix. Provides a physiologically relevant environment for studies of cell morphology, biochemical function, migration, invasion, and gene expression.

Note: Avoid multiple freeze-thaws; do not store in a frost-free freezer

• Tested for the ability to promote neurite outgrowth of chick dorsal root ganglia cells
• Tested and found negative for bacteria, fungi, and mycoplasma
• Source: Engelbreth-Holm-Swarm (EHS) mouse tumor
• Base formulation: Dulbecco's Modified Eagle's Medium with 50µg/mL gentamycin, with or without Phenol Red

• Phenol Red-free is available for assays that require color detection, including fluorescence assays

Storage Conditions: Stable for at least three months at -20°C or twelve days at 37°C