Synonyms: Poly(ethylene glycol); peg 1500; PEG
Linear Formula: H(OCH2CH2)nOH
MDL Number: MFCD00081839
UNSPSC Code: 12352200
RIDADR: NONH for all modes of transport
Application:
Cell fusion induced by polyethylene glycol (PEG) is a standard method in somatic-cell genetics and the production of hybridoma cells. Roche Applied Science supplies high quality PEG that does not need to be tested prior to use [Harlow, E. & Lane, D. (1988). Antibodies, A Laboratory Manual, Cold Spring Harbor p. 203].
Other Notes:
For life science research only. Not for use in diagnostic procedures.
Physical form:
Solution, filtered through 0.2 μm pore size membrane, 50% PEG 1500 (w/v) in 75 mM Hepes (pH 8.0), bottled under nitrogen, ready to use