FluxMPS™ CMRL 1066 Medium: 1X Liquid

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FluxMPS™ CMRL 1066 Medium: 1X Liquid

Contains L-Glutamine Contains Sodium Bicarbonate Contains Phenol Red Contains Calcium Contains Magnesium Contains Glucose Without HEPES Without Sodium Pyruvate

FluxMPS™ CMRL 1066 Medium: 1X Liquid is a Microfluidics Suitable, ultra-filtered cell culture medium engineered for organ-on-a-chip (OoC), tissue-on-a-chip (ToC), and microphysiological system (MPS) applications. A quadruple-stage train (0.1 µm ×2 + 0.04 µm ×2) reaches a 0.04 µm final cut-off, five times finer than the 0.22 µm membranes used for conventional sterile filtration.

  • Quadruple-stage nano-filtration: 0.1 µm (Prefiltration I & II) + 0.04 µm (Final filtration I & II — Polish)
  • Endotoxin release specification: < 0.05 EU/mL (USP <85> BET)
  • CMRL 1066 basal formulation with 2200 mg/L sodium bicarbonate, 1000 mg/L glucose, and 100 mg/L L-glutamine; pH 7.4 (USP <791>)
  • Prepared with Ultrapure Type 1 water (18.2 MΩ·cm)
  • Manufactured under an ISO 13485:2016 quality management system; aseptic fill & finish (ISO Class 5 / Class 100)
  • Mycoplasma risk mitigated by 0.1 µm mycoplasma-retentive filtration (not tested per lot)
  • Custom formulations available — pH, glucose, salts, HEPES, and nutrient composition on request
DCP-CMRL1X | Cell Culture Media UNSPSC: 41116155 | Commodity: Molecular biology and cell culture growth media | (UNv260801) Size: 500 mL and 1000 mL
CMRL 1066 Medium: 1X Liquid — Liquid, 1X
  • Glucose1000 mg/L
  • L-Glutamine100 mg/L
  • Sodium PyruvateNot present
  • HEPESNot present
  • pH (USP <791>)7.4
  • Osmolality (USP <785>)Contact for specification
  • Endotoxin (USP <85>)< 0.05 EU/mL
  • Filtration0.1 µm ×2 + 0.04 µm ×2
  • Storage2–8°C, protect from light
  • Shelf Life12 months from date of manufacture, unopened
ISO 13485:2016 USP <85> <785> <788> RUO
Why FluxMPS™

Engineered where standard media fails

Conventional 0.22 µm-filtered media carry mycoplasma-sized particulates (0.2–0.3 µm), subvisible debris, and variable endotoxin loads that accumulate inside microchannels — corrupting biosensor readings and shortening device lifetimes. FluxMPS™ is built to address these failure modes at the filtration stage.

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Microchannel-safe purity

0.04 µm final filter stage retains particulates down to sub-mycoplasma size; USP <788> Method 1 particulate compliance verified per batch.

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Total metabolic control

User-defined carbon source and precise nutrient concentrations enable custom formulations (including glucose-free options on request) for metabolic flux experiments and Warburg effect research.

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Ultrapure-grade water

Prepared with Type 1 water (18.2 MΩ·cm) under tightly controlled trace-metal and organic-carbon (TOC) specifications.

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Low background for imaging

Quadruple-stage filtration reduces particulate background that can interfere with confocal microscopy, live-cell biosensors, and TEER measurements.

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Rich, stable nutrient profile

Micro-batch precision manufacturing locks in amino acid and vitamin concentrations, supporting lot-to-lot reproducibility for long-term perfusion studies.

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Customization on demand

pH, glucose concentration, salts, HEPES, and full nutrient composition available on request. Contact support@diagnocine.com.

Purity Architecture

Quadruple-stage filtration system

FluxMPS™ CMRL 1066 Medium: 1X Liquid is processed through a validated four-stage filtration train reaching a 0.04 µm final pore size — addressing mycoplasma-scale particulates and subvisible debris that 0.22 µm filtration cannot remove.

  1. 1

    0.1 µm Prefiltration I

    Removes large particulates, cell debris, and protein aggregates; protects the first 0.04 µm cartridge.

  2. 2

    0.04 µm Final filtration I

    First 0.04 µm pass; retains sub-micron particulates and microaggregates, including mycoplasma-scale particles (0.2–0.3 µm) that pass a 0.22 µm filter.

  3. 3

    0.1 µm Prefiltration II

    Second dedicated prefilter, protecting the second 0.04 µm cartridge from residual particulate load.

  4. 4

    0.04 µm Final filtration II — Polish

    Ultimate polishing filter; aseptic fill & finish performed in a validated ISO Class 5 (Class 100) laminar-flow workstation.

Performance vs. conventional media

By reaching a 0.04 µm final pore size across four sequential stages, FluxMPS™ delivers approximately 5× cleaner media by particulate count compared to single-pass 0.22 µm filtration, with USP <788> Method 1 compliance verified on every production batch.

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Sequential filtration passes reaching 0.04 µm final pore size
Sterility assurance: Every batch undergoes 14-day USP <71> sterility testing; no bacterial or fungal growth observed. Mycoplasma risk is mitigated by 0.1 µm mycoplasma-retentive filtration (not tested per lot).
Grade: This product is Microfluidics Suitable, filtered to a 0.04 µm final cut-off. It is not an MPS Grade product — that designation is reserved for the 0.01 µm ultra nano-filtered line, which adds 0.02 µm and 0.01 µm stages after the 0.04 µm polish. For applications requiring the 0.01 µm cut-off, contact support@diagnocine.com.
FluxMPS™ CMRL 1066 Medium: 1X Liquid (DCP-CMRL1X) Quadruple-stage filtration system diagram showing four sequential stages: 0.1 μm Prefiltration I, 0.04 μm Final filtration I, 0.1 μm Prefiltration II, and 0.04 μm Final filtration II Polish for organ-on-a-chip and microfluidic cell culture applications by Diagnocine
Figure 1. FluxMPS™ Quadruple-stage filtration architecture (0.1 µm ×2 + 0.04 µm ×2) for Microfluidics Suitable MPS and OoC applications.
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Applications

Designed for next-generation cell culture platforms

FluxMPS™ CMRL 1066 Medium: 1X Liquid is intended for use across organ-on-a-chip, metabolic research, live-cell imaging, and primary cell models where particulate load and endotoxin variability are of concern.

Automated Bioreactors & Robotics

Next-Generation System Uptime

An optional 0.01 µm (10 nm) ultra nano-filtered MPS Grade variant is available for automated bioreactor and robotic perfusion systems requiring the tightest particulate exclusion. This is a separate product tier from the 0.04 µm Microfluidics Suitable formulation described above.

  • Total Particulate Exclusion: 0.01 µm filtration for nanoscale valve and sensor protection
  • Valve & Sensor Protection: reduces particulate-related blockage risk in precision fluidic systems
  • Extended Perfusion Stability: supports flow rate consistency across multi-week automated runs

Inquiry Required: The MPS Grade 0.01 µm variant is available by special order. Contact support@diagnocine.com to request this variant.

Microfluidics

Micro Physiological System (MPS) & Chip

Ultra-filtered formulation is intended to support microchannel flow paths and laminar flow integrity across chip geometries.

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Cancer Biology

Warburg Effect & Metabolic Research

Defined carbon source (1000 mg/L glucose) and controlled endotoxin specification support metabolic flux analysis and Warburg effect studies.

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Stem Cell Biology

iPSC-Derived Models

Ultrapure formulation supports sensitive iPSC differentiation protocols where endotoxin and particulates can cause off-target effects.

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Vascular Biology

Endothelial & Primary Cells

Microchannel-safe purity supports endothelial barrier integrity and TEER measurement workflows in perfusion models.

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Metabolomics

Metabolic Flux Analysis

Chemically defined base supports isotope tracing experiments. Note: this bicarbonate-buffered, phenol red-containing formulation is not compatible with Agilent Seahorse XF assays, which require bicarbonate-free, phenol red-free medium.

13C tracingNMR metabolomics
Live-Cell Imaging

Microscopy & Optical Sensing

Quadruple-stage filtration reduces particulate background for high-content confocal imaging and optical biosensor integration.

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Technical Specifications

Lot-release quality parameters

Every production batch of FluxMPS™ CMRL 1066 Medium: 1X Liquid undergoes the quality-release battery listed below before shipment.

Physical & Chemical Parameters
Parameter Specification
Formulation CMRL 1066 Medium: 1X Liquid — contains L-Glutamine, Sodium Bicarbonate, Phenol Red, Calcium, Magnesium, Glucose; without HEPES, Sodium Pyruvate
Appearance Orange-red colored, clear solution
pH USP <791> 7.4
Osmolality USP <785> Contact for specification
Glucose 1000 mg/L
L-Glutamine 100 mg/L
Sodium Pyruvate Not present
Phenol Red Present (21.240 mg/L)
Sterility, Purity & Safety Parameters
Parameter Specification
Endotoxin USP <85> BET < 0.05 EU/mL
Sterility USP <71> No growth after 14 days
Mycoplasma 0.1 µm mycoplasma-retentive filtration (not tested per lot)
Particulate ≥10 µm USP <788> Method 1 Compliant
Particulate ≥25 µm USP <788> Method 1 Compliant
Water purity Ultrapure Type 1, 18.2 MΩ·cm
Manufacturing std. ISO 13485:2016 ISO 13485
Fill environment ISO Class 5 (Class 100)
Storage, Handling & Logistics
Parameter Specification
Storage temperature 2–8°C, protected from light
Freeze-thaw Not recommended
Shelf life 12 months from date of manufacture, unopened
Shipping condition Cold pack
CO₂ requirement 5–6% CO₂ (derived from 2200 mg/L sodium bicarbonate buffering at pH 7.4)
Raw Materials & Regulatory Traceability
Parameter Specification
Raw material grade Cell culture / reagent grade
Traceability Full lot documentation, CoA available
Manufacturing QMS ISO 13485:2016 certified
UNSPSC 41116155 — Molecular biology and cell culture growth media (UNv260801)
Regulatory alignment 21 CFR Part 820 (QMSR) aligned
Production method Micro-batch precision manufacturing
Intended use For Research Use Only (RUO)
Formulation

Full composition (mg/L)

Complete formulation with CAS numbers, reproduced from the manufacturer specification. Custom compositions available on request.

Component CAS Number mg/L
INORGANIC SALTS
Calcium chloride dihydrate 10035-04-8 265.000
Magnesium sulfate anhydrous 7487-88-9 97.690
Potassium chloride 7447-40-7 400.000
Sodium acetate anhydrous 127-09-3 50.000
Sodium bicarbonate 144-55-8 2200.000
Sodium chloride 7647-14-5 6800.000
Sodium dihydrogen phosphate anhydrous 7558-80-7 122.000
Component CAS Number mg/L
AMINO ACIDS
Glycine 56-40-6 50.000
L-Alanine 56-41-7 25.000
L-Arginine 74-23-7 57.870
L-Aspartic acid 56-84-8 30.000
L-Cysteine hydrochloride monohydrate 7048-04-6 260.000
L-Cystine dihydrochloride 30189-89-0 20.000
L-Glutamic acid 56-86-0 75.000
L-Glutamine 56-85-9 100.000
L-Histidine hydrochloride monohydrate 5934-29-2 20.000
L-Isoleucine 73-32-5 20.000
L-Leucine 61-90-5 60.000
L-Lysine hydrochloride 657-27-2 70.000
L-Methionine 63-68-3 15.000
L-Phenylalanine 63-91-2 25.000
L-Proline 147-85-3 40.000
L-Serine 56-45-1 25.000
L-Threonine 72-19-5 30.000
L-Tryptophan 73-22-3 10.000
L-Tyrosine disodium salt dihydrate 69847-45-6 40.000
L-Valine 72-18-4 25.000
Trans-4-Hydroxy-L-Proline 51-35-4 10.000
Component CAS Number mg/L
VITAMINS
Choline chloride 67-48-1 0.500
D-Biotin 58-85-5 0.010
D-Pantothenate (Hemicalcium) 137-08-6 0.010
Folic acid 59-30-3 0.010
L-Ascorbic acid sodium salt 134-03-2 50.000
Nicotinamide 98-92-0 0.025
Nicotinic acid 59-67-6 0.025
Pyridoxal hydrochloride 65-22-5 0.025
Pyridoxine hydrochloride 58-56-0 0.025
Riboflavin 83-88-5 0.010
Thiamine hydrochloride 67-03-8 0.010
p-Amino benzoic acid (PABA) 150-13-0 0.050
OTHERS
myo-Inositol 87-89-8 0.050
2' Deoxyadenosine 958-09-8 10.000
2' Deoxycytidine hydrochloride 2' 960-71-4 10.000
Deoxyguanosine 961-07-9 10.000
5-Methyldeoxycytidine 838-07-3 0.100
Cholesterol 57-88-5 0.200
Cocarboxylase 154-87-0 1.000
Coenzyme A sodium salt 102029-73-2 2.500
D-Glucose 50-99-7 1000.000
D-Glucuronic acid sodium salt 207569-96-4 3.880
FAD disodium salt 84366-81-4 0.106
Glutathione reduced 70-18-8 10.000
Phenol red sodium salt 34487-61-1 21.240
Thymidine 50-89-5 10.000
Tween 80 9005-65-6 5.000
Uridine-5-Triphosphate.Na 19817-92-6 1.000
β-NAD 53-84-9 7.000
β-NADP sodium salt 1184-16-3 1.000
Customization: pH, glucose concentration, salt balance, HEPES concentration, and full nutrient profile are available on request. Contact support@diagnocine.com with your specifications.
Quality Assurance

ISO 13485:2016 manufacturing & compliance

FluxMPS™ CMRL 1066 Medium: 1X Liquid is manufactured under a full ISO 13485:2016 quality management system, with final packaging, testing, and customization completed at Diagnocine Precision in Totowa, New Jersey, USA.

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ISO 13485:2016 QMS

Full quality management system certification covering all manufacturing, testing, and release processes for every production batch.

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Ultrapure Type 1 Water

All media prepared with 18.2 MΩ·cm resistivity water, with trace-metal and organic-carbon (TOC) content tightly controlled.

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ISO Class 5 Fill & Finish

Aseptic filling performed in validated laminar-flow (ISO Class 5 / Class 100) workstations; 21 CFR Part 820 (QMSR) aligned.

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Micro-Batch Precision

Small-batch manufacturing supports lot-to-lot nutrient consistency important for reproducible perfusion studies and long-term OoC experiments.

Batch-level quality control. Endotoxin is controlled per manufacturing batch rather than per unit. Every batch is tested before release and must meet the release specification:
  • Endotoxin — LAL assay, USP <85> Bacterial Endotoxins Test; assay sensitivity 0.005 EU/mL; release specification < 0.05 EU/mL
  • pH, osmolality, conductivity, appearance and clarity
  • Sterility
A Certificate of Analysis is available on request.

Endotoxin — USP <85> BET

Every batch is tested by Limulus Amebocyte Lysate (LAL) assay. Assay sensitivity: 0.005 EU/mL. Release specification: < 0.05 EU/mL.

Particulate — USP <788> Method 1

Light obscuration particle count test confirms ≥10 µm and ≥25 µm particulate compliance on every batch.

Osmolality — USP <785>

Freezing-point osmometry performed per USP <785>. Result: Contact for specification.

Documentation — CoA & Full Lot Records

Certificate of Analysis available for every lot, including full QC panel, raw material traceability, and release signatures.

Certificate of Analysis: Request your lot-specific CoA at support@diagnocine.com with your lot number and order reference.
Product Comparison

How DCP-CMRL1X (FluxMPS™) compares

Side-by-side comparison against conventional 0.22 µm-filtered alternatives of the same base formulation.

Parameter DCP-CMRL1X (FluxMPS™) Conventional CMRL 1066 (0.22 µm) Standard CMRL 1066 alternative
Grade Microfluidics Suitable Standard research grade Standard research grade
Base Formulation CMRL 1066 Medium: 1X Liquid CMRL 1066 Standard CMRL 1066 Equivalent
Final filtration pore size 0.04 µm 0.22 µm 0.22 µm
Number of filtration stages 4 stages 1 stage 1–2 stages
Mycoplasma barrier filtration check_circle cancel cancel
Endotoxin (release specification) FluxMPS™ — < 0.05 EU/mL Corning classical liquid media — < 0.25 EU/mL
Sigma-Aldrich DMEM complete medium — ≤ 2 EU/mL
Gibco classical DMEM — Not specified (recorded per lot)
USP particulate compliance check_circle USP <788> Method 1 cancel cancel
Water quality Ultrapure Type 1 (18.2 MΩ) Purified water Purified water
Manufacturing QMS ISO 13485:2016 Variable Variable
Microfluidic channel compatibility check_circle Validated cancel Risk of clogging cancel Risk of clogging
Custom formulation check_circle On request cancel Limited

Comparison figures from published supplier specifications, accessed 2 September 2026. Suppliers that publish no numeric endotoxin specification are shown as “Not specified.”

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Common questions about FluxMPS™ CMRL 1066 Medium: 1X Liquid and Microfluidics Suitable cell culture media.

Yes. DCP-CMRL1X is processed through our Quadruple-stage filtration system (0.1 µm ×2 + 0.04 µm ×2), yielding ultra-low particulate counts intended to reduce microchannel clogging risk in OoC and MPS devices.
Standard 0.22 µm filtration does not retain mycoplasma-scale particulates (0.2–0.3 µm diameter). FluxMPS™ uses four sequential stages reaching 0.04 µm, delivering approximately 5× lower particulate counts per USP <788> Method 1 (light obscuration).
This formulation does not include sodium pyruvate. If your protocol requires it, add sodium pyruvate (commonly 1 mM, approximately 110 mg/L) immediately before use, or contact support@diagnocine.com for a custom formulation with pyruvate included.
This formulation contains 2200 mg/L sodium bicarbonate as its primary buffer. Based on this bicarbonate concentration, a 5–6% CO₂ atmosphere is required to maintain pH 7.4.
Yes. FluxMPS™ CMRL 1066 Medium: 1X Liquid can be supplemented with FBS (typically 5–20%), growth factors, antibiotics, or other additives per standard cell culture practice. When filtering serum or protein-containing supplements, use a 0.2 µm low-protein-binding PES or PVDF filter — never 0.04 µm, which retains serum proteins and lipoproteins. Add supplements immediately before use.
Endotoxin is controlled per manufacturing batch. Every batch is tested by Limulus Amebocyte Lysate (LAL) assay per USP <85> BET (assay sensitivity 0.005 EU/mL) and must meet the release specification of < 0.05 EU/mL. Batch-specific results are documented in the Certificate of Analysis available on request from support@diagnocine.com.
Yes. A lot-specific CoA is available for every shipment and includes: appearance, pH (USP <791>), osmolality (USP <785>), endotoxin (USP <85> BET), sterility (USP <71>), particulate matter (USP <788> Method 1), raw material traceability, manufacturing date, and authorized release signatures. Request via support@diagnocine.com.
Scientific References

Supporting literature

Peer-reviewed publications supporting the scientific rationale for Microfluidics Suitable ultra-filtered media and microfluidic cell culture applications.

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