RRC ID 952
Author Raclavsky V, Ohkusu M, Hruskova P, Takeo K.
Title Preparation and characterization of Cryptococcus neoformans synchronous culture.
Journal J Microbiol Methods
Abstract We have developed a method for preparation of synchronous culture in Cryptococcus neoformans. The method is based on age fractionation of exponentially growing asynchronous culture through differential sedimentation in 10-20% (w/v) lactose gradient. C. neoformans capsule thickness should be reduced to a minimum to ensure most accurate age fractionation, which is necessary to obtain a higher degree of synchrony. The C. neoformans synchronous culture system has revealed important characteristics with respect to cellular morphology, DNA content and cell volume distribution. The method can be used for further cell cycle studies.
Volume 51(1)
Pages 29-33
Published 2002-9-1
DOI 10.1016/s0167-7012(02)00050-7
PII S0167701202000507
PMID 12069887
MeSH Cell Culture Techniques / methods* Cell Cycle Cryptococcus neoformans / growth & development* Microscopy, Fluorescence Mycology / methods*
IF 1.707
Times Cited 2
WOS Category BIOCHEMICAL RESEARCH METHODS MICROBIOLOGY
Resource
Pathogenic microorganisms IFM 5845 IFM 49120