Description
Product Overview
SeamlessBio Pig Serum (Porcine Serum, EU Origin) is collected from healthy Sus scrofa domesticus at EU-approved facilities under controlled conditions, sterile filtered at 0.2 µm, and batch-tested for purity and consistency. Supplied with full lot documentation for use in preclinical research, porcine primary cell culture, and diagnostic assay development.
Porcine serum is the species-specific supplement of choice for pig-derived primary cells and is valued in biomedical research for its physiological similarity to human serum — particularly in cardiovascular, hepatic, and gastrointestinal models. See the full portfolio on our Animal Sera overview page.
Technical Specifications
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Species | Sus scrofa domesticus (domestic pig) |
| Origin | EU — approved abattoirs, controlled conditions |
| Form | Sterile filtered serum |
| Filtration | 0.2 µm sterile filtered |
| Mycoplasma | Negative (tested) |
| Storage | –20 °C long-term | +4 °C short-term |
| Shelf life | Min. 12 months from manufacture |
| Options | Heat inactivated (56 °C, 30 min) on request; gamma-irradiated on request |
| Documentation | CoA, CoO, SDS; additional documents on request |
| Formats | 50 mL, 100 mL, 500 mL, 1 L; bulk on request |
| Regulatory | Research Use Only (RUO) |
Applications
| Application | Protocol | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Porcine primary cell culture | Species-appropriate serum supplement at 5–10% | Pig hepatocytes, cardiomyocytes, kidney cells (PK-15), chondrocytes — species-matched environment for optimal growth |
| Preclinical & biomedical research | Human-proximal physiological model | Cardiovascular models, hepatic metabolism, gastrointestinal research — porcine physiology closely mirrors human biology |
| Xenotransplantation research | Serum supplement in relevant cell models | Porcine organ and cell models for compatibility and immunological studies |
| Diagnostic assay controls | Species-matched serum matrix | Cross-reactivity testing, porcine-specific assay development, veterinary diagnostic calibrators |
Other Animal Sera Available
| Species | Typical Application | Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Rat serum | Immunoassay blocking, cross-reactivity control, rat cell culture | In stock |
| Mouse serum (NMS) | ELISA control, Western blot, hybridoma | In stock |
| Rabbit serum (NRS) | IHC, IFA, ELISA, antibody blocking | In stock |
| Sheep serum (NSS) | IHC, complement fixation, secondary antibody blocking | In stock |
| Goat serum (NGS) | IHC, IFA, ELISA, multiplex assays | In stock |
| Chicken serum | IgY assays, cross-reactivity, veterinary diagnostics | In stock |
| Pig serum | Preclinical models, porcine primary cell culture | In stock |
| Horse serum (DHS) | PC-12, hybridoma, insect cell culture | In stock |
| Guinea pig serum | Complement fixation test (CFT) | On request |
Available Formats
| Format | Size |
|---|---|
| Bottle | 50 mL |
| Bottle | 100 mL |
| Bottle | 500 mL |
| Bottle | 1 L |
| Bulk | On request |
Key Benefits
Batch Reservation
Reserve validated lots up to 36 months for reproducible long-term workflows.
Full Documentation
CoA, CoO and SDS — from ISO 9001 and ISO 13485 certified partner facilities. Additional documents on request.
EU & Swiss Supply
Sourced from certified EU partner facilities — fast cold-chain delivery across EU, UK and Switzerland.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why use pig serum instead of FBS in porcine cell culture?
FBS is a universal supplement suited to most standard mammalian cell lines, but for porcine primary cells — hepatocytes, cardiomyocytes, kidney cells — a species-matched serum provides a physiologically more relevant environment. Pig serum contains porcine-specific growth factors, hormones, and transport proteins that better support species-authentic cell behaviour. FBS remains appropriate for immortalised cell lines regardless of species origin.
Why is porcine serum relevant for preclinical and biomedical research?
Pigs are among the most physiologically similar large mammals to humans — particularly in cardiovascular anatomy, hepatic metabolism, and gastrointestinal biology. Porcine serum is therefore widely used in translational research, drug metabolism studies, xenotransplantation models, and cardiovascular device testing where human-proximal data is required but human material is not practical.
Is heat-inactivated or gamma-irradiated pig serum available?
Yes — both heat inactivation (56 °C, 30 min) and gamma irradiation are available on request. Heat inactivation destroys complement proteins and is recommended for complement-sensitive assay and cell culture applications. Gamma-irradiated pig serum is used where additional sterility assurance is required. Both treatments are documented in the lot Certificate of Analysis.
Can I request a test sample before placing a full order?
Yes — complimentary test volumes are available on request for qualified research and manufacturing enquiries. Please submit your request via our quote form with details of your application and required volume.
What documentation is supplied with EU Origin Pig Serum?
Every order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA), Certificate of Origin (CoO), and Safety Data Sheet (SDS). Additional documentation — sterility and mycoplasma test protocols — is available on request. Products are handled at ISO 9001 and ISO 13485 certified partner facilities. Batch reservation for up to 36 months is available on request.
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