The time required to grow coloniesįrom other cell types will vary based on the proliferation rates of each individual cell type. Colonies of ∼ 50 cells are sufficient for counting by light microscopy at low resolution. Cells can be returned to the incubator for anįixing and Staining Colonies for CountingĦ. Carefully add sufficient 100% methanol to cover the cells. Cover the dish and incubateĬolonies can become detached from the dish if washed too vigorously. This can be avoided by tilting the dish when removingĪnd adding liquid (medium and methanol). Less care is required after the cells are fixed because the colonies become moreħ. Remove the methanol and rinse the cells with H 2O. Add sufficient crystal violet staining solution to cover the cells. Incubate the dish for 5 min at room temperature.Ĩ. Wash the cells with H 2O until excess dye is removed. Plates at this stage can be washed under running water or in a large water bath, as the colonies are now well fixed.ĩ. Invert the plates on tissue paper to dry overnight.ġ0.

View the cells by bright-field microscopy and count the colonies.Ī colony is considered to be a defined, nonoverlapping group of at least 50 cells. Microscopy, and a grid printed on a transparent plastic sheet and stuck to the bottom of the dish can be used to keep track Colonies can be counted manually by light

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