The human platelet lysate is a growth factor-rich cell culture supplement made from healthy donor human platelets. Apex Scientific, a leading laboratory equipment supplier in South Africa, provides this supplement as a high-performance alternative to fetal bovine serum (FBS) for cell expansion. It delivers a concentrated mix of human-derived growth factors and cytokines, promoting strong cell proliferation while maintaining health and viability. STEMCELL Technologies produces this product to exacting quality standards, ensuring reliable results in research.
Key Features and Quality
This human platelet lysate undergoes a carefully controlled production process to ensure consistency and safety. Healthy donor platelets from FDA-licensed blood centers meet high safety standards and provide biological relevance. Manufacturers pool multiple donor units to minimize lot-to-lot variability, giving researchers reproducible results. They remove fibrinogen to prevent clotting and add only a minimal amount of pharmaceutical-grade heparin (≤ 2 IU/mL) to maintain stability without compromising growth factor activity. The frozen format preserves potency and extends shelf life, making it ideal for busy laboratories.
Applications in Cell Culture
Researchers across South Africa use human platelet lysate to achieve consistent, high-performance results in cell culture. It is especially effective for expanding mesenchymal stem cells (MSCs), immune cells, and other primary human cells in research and regenerative medicine. By replacing animal-derived sera, it creates more physiologically relevant conditions than FBS and supports more predictive experimental outcomes. Additionally, it integrates seamlessly with standard laboratory workflows and equipment, making it simple to implement.
South African scientists value its ability to enhance cell growth without introducing undefined animal components, ensuring reproducibility in sensitive experiments. For expert guidance on cell culture techniques and related laboratory equipment, visit the Apex Scientific Insights page.
