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Abstract
This 2nd revised edition equals the popular 1st edition in providing a clear and detailed overview of cell culture. It presents information on:
characteristics of cultured cells; culture vessels; glassware preparation and sterilisation techniques; subculturing; primary cells; cell culture media; techniques; contamination; the cell cycle; cell synchronisation; use of radioactive isotopes in cell culture; cell mutants and cell hybrids; viruses; and differentiation in cell cultures.
Reviews on the 1st edition:
``.. the book provides an excellent insight into the way cell culture techniques can be employed in the analytical study of cellular biology.'' - Trends in Biochemical Sciences
``It is well written in a concise, easy-to-read style which stimulates the interest of the reader....'' - Science Tools
``A useful handbook on principles and practice.'' - Immunology Today