HBSS reagent HBSS-1A

for cell culture

Hanks' Balanced Salt Solution (HBSS) is a buffered salt solution. It is used in a variety of cell culture applications, such as preparation of cells or maintenance of physiological pH. Description Hanks’ Balanced Salt Solution (HBSS) with Ca & Mg, without Phenol Red is used for various cell culture applications, such as rinsing cells, transporting cells or tissue samples, diluting cells for counting, and preparing reagents. The essential function of a balanced salt solution is to maintain pH and osmotic balance, as well as providing cells with water and essential inorganic ions. When using Hanks' Balanced Salt Solution (HBSS) as a buffer, it is able to neutralize small amounts of acid or base. This acts as a stabilizer to maintain the pH level of a solution. Formulations of HBSS with calcium and magnesium are generally used as transport media or for reagent preparation.