Sterile working techniques are an absolute must to ensure cell viability and vitality. This includes, but not limited to, filtering of all media to be used with 0.22 μm filter, sterilisation of gloves, stripettes, falcons, or any materials to be in contact with cells or cell media.
All growth factors should be added fresh on the day of intended use, or within 48 hours. Prior to use media must be warmed preferentially to 37ºC, or room temperature at the very least, as these cells are temperature-sensitive.