Gelatin Cell Attachment Protocol
By: George Sitterley, BioFiles 2008, 3.8, 10.
Gelatin Solution, 2% (Cat. No. G1393)
Optimal conditions for attachment must be determined for each cell line and application.
- Allow gelatin solution to completely liquefy at 37°C.
- Coat culture surface with 5-10 µL gelatin solution/cm2 (i.e., 0.1-0.2 mg/cm2 gelatin).
- Allow to dry at least 2 hours before introducing cells and medium.
Gelatin (Cat. Nos. G9391 , G1890, G9136)
Optimal conditions for attachment must be determined for each cell line and application.
- Prepare a 2% (w/v) solution by dissolving gelatin in tissue culture grade water.
- Sterilize by autoclaving at 121°C, 15 psi for 30 minutes.
- Coat culture surface with 5-10 µL gelatin solution/cm2 (i.e., 0.1-0.2 mg/cm2 gelatin).
- Allow to dry at least 2 hours before introducing cells and medium.



