title: Sterilization of sparingly soluble compounds for cell culture use.
abstract: A method is presented for the successful decontamination of sparingly soluble pteridine derivatives by microwave irradiation. The method is nondestructive, rapid and effective in eliminating contamination.
authors.affiliation: Bio-Kalfs - Research & Development, Birmingham, England, United Kingdom.
authors.forename: A
authors.initials: A
authors.lastname: Alam
mesh_terms: D002478:Cells, Cultured; D004340:Drug Contamination; D008872:Microwaves; D011621:Pteridines / Q000737:chemistry / Q000302:isolation & purification* / Q000528:radiation effects; D012995:Solubility; D013010:Sonication; D013242:Sterilization / Q000379:methods*
chemical_list: D011621:Pteridines