Preventing cell culture contamination has long been the dream of many researchers, but for most, it is an impractical, if not impossible, dream. Contamination cannot be totally eliminated, but it can be managed in order to reduce both frequency of occurrence and the seriousness of its consequences.

Access this guide, courtesy of Corning Life Sciences, to learn about:

• Major cell culture contaminants
• Sources of biological contaminants
• Methods for controlling contamination