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SCIENCE|natural and applied sciences|life sciences
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phosphate buffered saline | PBS
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Definition buffer solution containing sodium chloride, sodium phosphate, and (in some formulations) potassium chloride and potassium phosphate. The buffer helps to maintain a constant pH. The osmolarity and ion concentrations of the solution usually match those of the human body (isotonic). Reference "Protocols Online. Phosphate buffered saline http://protocolsonline.com/featured-articles/phosphate-buffered-saline-pbs/ [20.11.2015]"
Comment "See also:- buffer [ IATE:1539681 ] - osmolarity, osmotic concentration [ IATE:1538279 ]- phosphate buffered saline glucose [ IATE:3510117 ]"