What are cell cultures?

Cell cultures are a laboratory technique that allows cells to be grown in a controlled environment for study and manipulation. This method is used in different areas of biological research, such as medicine, biotechnology and toxicology, among others.

In cell cultures, cells are grown in a liquid or solid medium that contains essential nutrients for their growth and survival. Culture is carried out in sterile containers, such as culture plates or flasks, and is maintained in a controlled environment of temperature, humidity, and CO2.