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. 1992 Aug;45(8):737. doi: 10.1136/jcp.45.8.737

Successful freeze storage and lyophilisation for preservation of Helicobacter pylori.

A Spengler 1, A Gross 1, H Kaltwasser 1
PMCID: PMC495161  PMID: 1401192

Abstract

Long term storage techniques for the preservation of Helicobacter pylori were developed. The cells survived at -75 degrees C in the presence of glycerol and at +4 degrees C after freeze-drying. Both techniques are suitable for routine use.

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