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Cell line validation issues and working safely with cell lines is important. The documents posted here also discuss the challenges and offer potential methods of cell line validation.
Authenticating Cell Lines
NIH Notice on Authentication of Cell Lines
Open Letter on Cell Line Identification
Cell Line Cross Contamination Article
Cases of Mistaken Identity Article
Authenticating Cell Lines Article
Maintaining Standards in Cell Culture - ATCC
High Passage Bulletin #6 - ATCC
Working with Cell Lines
Alternate Method to Iso enzyme Profile
ECVAM Guidance on Good Culture Practices
2nd Task Force 2005
Standard Safety Practices Sorting Unfixed Cell Lines
Reference Web Sites
Cell Biology Lab Manual - Gustavus Adolphus College