{"product_id":"pbs-10-concentrate-product-sheet","title":"PBS 10X-Concentrate","description":"\u003chr data-end=\"394\" data-start=\"391\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"389\" data-start=\"308\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(43, 0, 255);\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"389\" data-start=\"308\"\u003eSterile | Low Endotoxin | Indicator-Free | Dilution-Validated PBS Concentrate\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"394\" data-start=\"391\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"426\" data-start=\"396\"\u003eWhat Is PBS 10× Concentrate?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"611\" data-start=\"428\"\u003ePBS 10× Concentrate is a sterile phosphate-buffered saline concentrate designed for reliable preparation of reproducible 1× PBS solutions used in routine laboratory workflows.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"862\" data-start=\"613\"\u003ePreparing PBS from concentrated stocks is common across research and manufacturing environments. However, variability in dilution technique, water quality, or preparation practices can introduce differences in pH, ionic strength, and osmolality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1057\" data-start=\"864\"\u003ePBS 10× Concentrate is formulated as a controlled dilution standard, supporting consistent preparation of physiologic 1× PBS (pH 7.4) when diluted according to the recommended protocol.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1232\" data-start=\"1059\"\u003eThe buffer is indicator-free, chemically defined, and endotoxin-controlled, helping laboratories maintain reliable preparation of PBS across users, sites, and workflows.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"1237\" data-start=\"1234\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"1260\" data-start=\"1239\"\u003eQuick Product Facts\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"TyagGW_tableContainer\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"group TyagGW_tableWrapper flex flex-col-reverse w-fit\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"w-fit min-w-(--thread-content-width)\" data-end=\"1727\" data-start=\"1262\"\u003e\n\u003cthead data-end=\"1291\" data-start=\"1262\"\u003e\n\u003ctr data-end=\"1291\" data-start=\"1262\"\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"\" data-col-size=\"sm\" data-end=\"1274\" data-start=\"1262\"\u003eAttribute\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"\" data-col-size=\"sm\" data-end=\"1291\" data-start=\"1274\"\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody data-end=\"1727\" data-start=\"1302\"\u003e\n\u003ctr data-end=\"1340\" data-start=\"1302\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"sm\" data-end=\"1317\" data-start=\"1302\"\u003eProduct Name\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-end=\"1340\" data-start=\"1317\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003ePBS 10× Concentrate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-end=\"1378\" data-start=\"1341\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"sm\" data-end=\"1352\" data-start=\"1341\"\u003eCategory\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-end=\"1378\" data-start=\"1352\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003ePBS Concentrate Buffer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-end=\"1416\" data-start=\"1379\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"sm\" data-end=\"1393\" data-start=\"1379\"\u003eBuffer Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-end=\"1416\" data-start=\"1393\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003e10× PBS Concentrate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-end=\"1448\" data-start=\"1417\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"sm\" data-end=\"1433\" data-start=\"1417\"\u003eFinal pH (1×)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-end=\"1448\" data-start=\"1433\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003e7.40 ± 0.05\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-end=\"1489\" data-start=\"1449\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"sm\" data-end=\"1461\" data-start=\"1449\"\u003eSterility\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-end=\"1489\" data-start=\"1461\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003e0.22 µm Sterile Filtered\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-end=\"1517\" data-start=\"1490\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"sm\" data-end=\"1502\" data-start=\"1490\"\u003eEndotoxin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-end=\"1517\" data-start=\"1502\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003e≤ 0.1 EU\/mL\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-end=\"1539\" data-start=\"1518\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"sm\" data-end=\"1531\" data-start=\"1518\"\u003eIndicators\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-end=\"1539\" data-start=\"1531\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eNone\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-end=\"1561\" data-start=\"1540\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"sm\" data-end=\"1553\" data-start=\"1540\"\u003ePhenol Red\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-end=\"1561\" data-start=\"1553\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eNone\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-end=\"1590\" data-start=\"1562\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"sm\" data-end=\"1571\" data-start=\"1562\"\u003eFormat\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-end=\"1590\" data-start=\"1571\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003e10× Concentrate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-end=\"1624\" data-start=\"1591\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"sm\" data-end=\"1604\" data-start=\"1591\"\u003eAppearance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-end=\"1624\" data-start=\"1604\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eClear, Colorless\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-end=\"1646\" data-start=\"1625\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"sm\" data-end=\"1635\" data-start=\"1625\"\u003eStorage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-end=\"1646\" data-start=\"1635\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003e2–25 °C\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-end=\"1684\" data-start=\"1647\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"sm\" data-end=\"1660\" data-start=\"1647\"\u003eShelf Life\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-end=\"1684\" data-start=\"1660\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003e12 Months (Unopened)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-end=\"1727\" data-start=\"1685\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"sm\" data-end=\"1700\" data-start=\"1685\"\u003eIntended Use\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-end=\"1727\" data-start=\"1700\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eResearch Use Only (RUO)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"TyagGW_tableContainer\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"group TyagGW_tableWrapper flex flex-col-reverse w-fit\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"TyagGW_tableContainer\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"group TyagGW_tableWrapper flex flex-col-reverse w-fit\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"1732\" data-start=\"1729\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"1752\" data-start=\"1734\"\u003eProduct Overview\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1968\" data-start=\"1754\"\u003ePBS is one of the most widely used buffers in cell culture and molecular biology workflows. When laboratories prepare 1× PBS from concentrate, variability can occur due to differences in preparation conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSources of variability may include:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2246\" data-start=\"2007\"\u003einconsistent dilution technique\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2246\" data-start=\"2007\"\u003e variable water quality\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2246\" data-start=\"2007\"\u003e incomplete mixing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2246\" data-start=\"2007\"\u003ecross-site preparation differences\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2246\" data-start=\"2007\"\u003elabeling errors in shared laboratories\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2246\" data-start=\"2007\"\u003ebatch-to-batch impurity variation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2246\" data-start=\"2007\"\u003elack of endotoxin transparency\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2416\" data-start=\"2248\"\u003ePBS 10× Concentrate provides a controlled starting material designed to help laboratories produce consistent 1× PBS solutions across experiments and facilities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"2421\" data-start=\"2418\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"2437\" data-start=\"2423\"\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch5 data-end=\"2473\" data-start=\"2439\"\u003eDilution-Validated Performance\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2566\" data-start=\"2474\"\u003eDesigned to support predictable 10× → 1× dilution performance when prepared as directed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5 data-end=\"2591\" data-start=\"2568\"\u003eConsistent Final pH\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2656\" data-start=\"2592\"\u003eProduces physiologic pH (7.40 ± 0.05) after proper dilution.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eSterile \u0026amp; Low Endotoxin\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2789\" data-start=\"2686\"\u003eSterile-filtered buffer with controlled endotoxin levels suitable for sensitive cell culture workflows.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5 data-end=\"2827\" data-start=\"2791\"\u003eIndicator-Free \u0026amp; Phenol Red-Free\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2901\" data-start=\"2828\"\u003eClear buffer designed to avoid optical interference in downstream assays.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5 data-end=\"2935\" data-start=\"2903\"\u003eDesigned for Reproducibility\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3014\" data-start=\"2936\"\u003eSupports consistent PBS preparation across laboratories, users, and workflows.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5 data-end=\"3047\" data-start=\"3016\"\u003eReady-to-Dilute Concentrate\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3134\" data-start=\"3048\"\u003eProvided as a 10× concentrate for convenient preparation of working PBS solutions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"3139\" data-start=\"3136\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"3171\" data-start=\"3141\"\u003eDilution Protocol (10× → 1×)\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3195\" data-start=\"3173\"\u003eTo prepare 1× PBS:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col data-end=\"3376\" data-start=\"3197\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"3276\" data-start=\"3197\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3276\" data-start=\"3200\"\u003eMix 1 part PBS 10× Concentrate with 9 parts laboratory-grade water\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"3334\" data-start=\"3277\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3334\" data-start=\"3280\"\u003eUse DI water, Milli-Q water, or WFI-equivalent water\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"3376\" data-start=\"3335\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3376\" data-start=\"3338\"\u003eMix thoroughly until fully homogeneous\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"3381\" data-start=\"3378\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"3413\" data-start=\"3383\"\u003eValidated 1× PBS Performance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3466\" data-start=\"3415\"\u003eWhen diluted according to the recommended protocol:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"TyagGW_tableContainer\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"group TyagGW_tableWrapper flex flex-col-reverse w-fit\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"w-fit min-w-(--thread-content-width)\" data-end=\"3602\" data-start=\"3468\"\u003e\n\u003cthead data-end=\"3499\" data-start=\"3468\"\u003e\n\u003ctr data-end=\"3499\" data-start=\"3468\"\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"\" data-col-size=\"sm\" data-end=\"3480\" data-start=\"3468\"\u003eParameter\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"\" data-col-size=\"sm\" data-end=\"3499\" data-start=\"3480\"\u003eExpected Result\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody data-end=\"3602\" data-start=\"3510\"\u003e\n\u003ctr data-end=\"3530\" data-start=\"3510\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"sm\" data-end=\"3515\" data-start=\"3510\"\u003epH\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-end=\"3530\" data-start=\"3515\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003e7.40 ± 0.05\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-end=\"3565\" data-start=\"3531\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"sm\" data-end=\"3544\" data-start=\"3531\"\u003eOsmolality\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-end=\"3565\" data-start=\"3544\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003ePhysiologic range\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-end=\"3602\" data-start=\"3566\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"sm\" data-end=\"3579\" data-start=\"3566\"\u003eAppearance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-end=\"3602\" data-start=\"3579\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eClear and colorless\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"3607\" data-start=\"3604\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"3631\" data-start=\"3609\"\u003eTypical Applications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"3706\" data-start=\"3633\"\u003ePBS prepared from PBS 10× Concentrate may be used in workflows including:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"4033\" data-start=\"3708\"\u003ecell culture washing buffer preparation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"4033\" data-start=\"3708\"\u003eflow cytometry washing steps\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"4033\" data-start=\"3708\"\u003emolecular biology sample preparation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"4033\" data-start=\"3708\"\u003ereagent dilution and preparation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"4033\" data-start=\"3708\"\u003eroutine laboratory buffer preparation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"4033\" data-start=\"3708\"\u003eviral vector production support workflows\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"4033\" data-start=\"3708\"\u003eQC and analytical laboratory workflows\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"4033\" data-start=\"3708\"\u003ehigh-throughput screening preparation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"4115\" data-start=\"4035\"\u003eResearchers should evaluate suitability for their specific experimental systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"4120\" data-start=\"4117\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"4171\" data-start=\"4122\"\u003eStandard PBS Preparation vs PBS 10× Concentrate\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"TyagGW_tableContainer\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"group TyagGW_tableWrapper flex flex-col-reverse w-fit\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"w-fit min-w-(--thread-content-width)\" data-end=\"4562\" data-start=\"4173\"\u003e\n\u003cthead data-end=\"4234\" data-start=\"4173\"\u003e\n\u003ctr data-end=\"4234\" data-start=\"4173\"\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"\" data-col-size=\"sm\" data-end=\"4183\" data-start=\"4173\"\u003eFeature\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"\" data-col-size=\"sm\" data-end=\"4211\" data-start=\"4183\"\u003eCommodity PBS Concentrate\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"\" data-col-size=\"sm\" data-end=\"4234\" data-start=\"4211\"\u003ePBS 10× Concentrate\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody data-end=\"4562\" data-start=\"4249\"\u003e\n\u003ctr data-end=\"4316\" data-start=\"4249\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"sm\" data-end=\"4272\" data-start=\"4249\"\u003eDilution Reliability\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-end=\"4294\" data-start=\"4272\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eTechnique dependent\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-end=\"4316\" data-start=\"4294\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eDilution-validated\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-end=\"4365\" data-start=\"4317\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"sm\" data-end=\"4340\" data-start=\"4317\"\u003eFinal pH Consistency\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-end=\"4351\" data-start=\"4340\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eVariable\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-end=\"4365\" data-start=\"4351\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eControlled\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-end=\"4426\" data-start=\"4366\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"sm\" data-end=\"4391\" data-start=\"4366\"\u003eEndotoxin Transparency\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-end=\"4411\" data-start=\"4391\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eOften unspecified\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-end=\"4426\" data-start=\"4411\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003e≤ 0.1 EU\/mL\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-end=\"4489\" data-start=\"4427\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"sm\" data-end=\"4452\" data-start=\"4427\"\u003eIndicator Interference\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-end=\"4471\" data-start=\"4452\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eMay contain dyes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-end=\"4489\" data-start=\"4471\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eIndicator-free\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-end=\"4562\" data-start=\"4490\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-col-size=\"sm\" data-end=\"4513\" data-start=\"4490\"\u003eWorkflow Consistency\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-end=\"4530\" data-start=\"4513\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eUser dependent\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-end=\"4562\" data-start=\"4530\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eDesigned for reproducibility\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"4567\" data-start=\"4564\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"4586\" data-start=\"4569\"\u003eQuality Control\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"4687\" data-start=\"4588\"\u003eEach batch is manufactured under controlled conditions and tested to ensure consistent performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"4726\" data-start=\"4689\"\u003eQuality parameters typically include:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"4860\" data-start=\"4728\"\u003epH verification\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"4860\" data-start=\"4728\"\u003esterility testing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"4860\" data-start=\"4728\"\u003eendotoxin specification\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"4860\" data-start=\"4728\"\u003e visual inspection for clarity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"4860\" data-start=\"4728\"\u003eformulation verification\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"4952\" data-start=\"4862\"\u003eRefer to lot-specific Certificates of Analysis (COA) for detailed quality information.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"4957\" data-start=\"4954\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"4979\" data-start=\"4959\"\u003eStorage \u0026amp; Handling\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"5002\" data-start=\"4981\"\u003eStore at 2–25 °C.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"5053\" data-start=\"5004\"\u003eAvoid prolonged exposure to CO₂ environments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"5092\" data-start=\"5055\"\u003eDo not autoclave the concentrate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"5140\" data-start=\"5094\"\u003eAlways dilute to 1× before use with cells.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"5145\" data-start=\"5142\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"5175\" data-start=\"5147\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch5 data-end=\"5297\" data-start=\"5177\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"5227\" data-start=\"5177\"\u003eHow do I make 1× PBS from PBS 10× Concentrate?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"5230\" data-start=\"5227\"\u003e\n\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"5297\" data-start=\"5177\"\u003eMix 1 part 10× concentrate with 9 parts laboratory-grade water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5 data-end=\"5405\" data-start=\"5299\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"5339\" data-start=\"5299\"\u003eCan I use PBS 10× directly on cells?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"5342\" data-start=\"5339\"\u003e\n\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"5405\" data-start=\"5299\"\u003eNo. The buffer must be diluted to 1× before use with cells.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5 data-end=\"5552\" data-start=\"5407\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"5439\" data-start=\"5407\"\u003eIs PBS 10× the same as DPBS?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"5552\" data-start=\"5407\"\u003ePBS and DPBS are similar, but DPBS formulations may include calcium or magnesium depending on the formulation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5 data-end=\"5662\" data-start=\"5554\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"5600\" data-start=\"5554\"\u003eIs the final pH controlled after dilution?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"5603\" data-start=\"5600\"\u003e\n\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"5662\" data-start=\"5554\"\u003eYes. When diluted as directed, final pH is 7.40 ± 0.05.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5 data-end=\"5742\" data-start=\"5664\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"5690\" data-start=\"5664\"\u003eIs the buffer sterile?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"5742\" data-start=\"5664\"\u003eYes. The product is 0.22 µm sterile filtered.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5 data-end=\"5846\" data-start=\"5744\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"5785\" data-start=\"5744\"\u003eWhat water should I use for dilution?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"5788\" data-start=\"5785\"\u003e\n\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"5846\" data-start=\"5744\"\u003eUse DI, Milli-Q, or equivalent laboratory-grade water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5 data-end=\"5928\" data-start=\"5848\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"5884\" data-start=\"5848\"\u003eCan I autoclave the concentrate?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"5887\" data-start=\"5884\"\u003e\n\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"5928\" data-start=\"5848\"\u003eNo. Do not autoclave the concentrate\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"394\" data-start=\"391\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"5928\" data-start=\"5848\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(43, 0, 255);\"\u003eReproducibility Across Users and Sites\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"394\" data-start=\"391\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"5928\" data-start=\"5848\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"4928\" data-end=\"5006\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Atheris Bio - V2","offers":[{"title":"500 mL","offer_id":47415718543572,"sku":"AB-S104-500","price":55.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1 L","offer_id":47415718576340,"sku":"AB-S104-1L","price":99.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0803\/0162\/1460\/files\/PBS_10X_1_L.png?v=1774888682","url":"https:\/\/atherisbio.org\/products\/pbs-10-concentrate-product-sheet","provider":"Atheris Bio","version":"1.0","type":"link"}