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What type of FBS serum do I need? (+ free sample)

Select the SBF that matches your needs

Selecting the right FBS can be a time-consuming task. We are here to save you some time! Have a look at our selection guide below.

The Serum brand that many laboratories are switching to

Capricorn Scientific is establishing itself quickly as a prominent brand for cell culture. High-quality FBS, manufactured in Germany, under strict quality control. 
ALL PURPOSE FBS

FBS Standard

> General purpose

Origin

South America
USA

Quality control

Triple 0.1 µm filtered
Virus- & bacteria-tested

Cell types

all cell types


General characteristics

Natural FBS
Consitent quality
Low endotoxin
Pricing dependant on FBS market fluctuations





Treatment options

heat inactivation
gamma irradiation
charcoal depletion

and more

PREMIUM FBS

FBS Xtra

> Demanding cells

Origin

South America
USA

Quality control

Triple 0.1 µm filtered
Virus- & bacteria-tested

Cell types

tumor cells
fast-growing cells

General characteristics

Reduced serum content
Chemically defined additives
Reduced lot-to-lot variation
More sustainable ingredients
Evaluation needed for long-term cell growth

Treatment options

heat inactivation
gamma irradiation
charcoal depletion

and more

COST-EFFICIENT FBS

FBS Advanced

> Cost-efficient

Origin

South America


Quality control

Triple 0.1 µm filtered
Virus- & bacteria-tested

Cell types

tumor cells
less demanding cells

General characteristics

Cost-efficient option
Natural, defined additives
Lowest lot-to-lot variation
No further batch testing
Transfection optimization possibly required




Treatment options

heat inactivation
gamma irradiation
charcoal depletion

and more

TIME SAVING FBS

FBS MINI'S

> Time saving

Origin

South America
USA

Quality control

Triple 0.1 µm filtered
Virus- & bacteria-tested

Cell types

depends on chosen FBS


General characteristics

Available for all serum types 
10x50 ml bottles in a box
Less risk of contamination
Reduced plastic waste
Saves time and effort



Treatment options

heat inactivation
gamma irradiation
charcoal depletion

and more

Benefits of Capricorn FBS

1. Quality Standard

SBF serum is subject to extensive quality control and is produced in a state of the art production facility in Germany.


2. Consistency

Capricorn SBF provides a stable product with low lot-to-lot variations.


3. Cost-efficient

Compared to major brand, Capricorn Scientific enables you to keep your research cost under control.


Trusted by leading institutes
Antoni van Leeuwenhoek
Oncode Institute
Jeroen Bosch Ziekenhuis
Erasmus Universiteit Rotterdam
TU Delft
Technische Universiteit Eindhoven
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