Service Overview

CellBank Australia offers a Custom Culture service designed for research scientists who need repository-grade cell line banks. As one professional noted, “important discoveries often take many years” of dedicated work, and this service frees up time for busy researchers.

What’s Included

The service typically provides:

• Master bank generation
• Sterility testing
• Mycoplasma testing
• Authentication testing
• Viability testing of vials

Key Details

Eligible Cell Lines: Physical Containment Level 1 (PC1) and Level 2 (PC2) only

Timeline: Approximately two months upon incubator space availability

Purpose: Research applications only

Pricing: Customized quotes based on specific reagents and time requirements for individual cell lines

Contact Information

Email: cellbank@cmri.org.au
Phone: +61 2 8865 2850

Ordering Custom Culture Service

Since this is a bespoke service, online ordering isn’t available. Instead:

1. Contact Us: Use the “Ask a Question” tab below or email cellbank@cmri.org.au
2. Download Form: We will send you the Custom Culture Request form
3. Complete Form: Fill in details about your cell line and requirements
4. Submit via Email: Return the completed form to cellbank@cmri.org.au
5. Receive Quote: We will provide a customized quote based on your needs
6. Accept & Ship: Accept the quote and ship cells per our instructions

What to Include

When requesting a quote, please provide:

• Cell line name and description
• Culture requirements (media, supplements, etc.)
• Number of vials needed
• Timeline requirements
• Any special handling needs

Request a Quote for Custom Culture

Contact us to discuss your custom culture needs and receive a quote.