Transfection

Transfection

Transfection is the process by which nucleic acids are introduced into mammalian cells. Protocols and techniques vary widely and include lipid transfection and chemical and physical methods such as electroporation. Expertise in cellular and molecular biology is behind the Invitrogen™ product portfolio of DNA reagents and consumables, which are the most cited and trusted transfection and selection systems available. Here, we give an overview of our most effective transfection products—choose the solution that’s right for you.

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We offer Invitrogen™ reagents and protocols for a wide range of cells including 293, CHO, primary, and stem cells

 

Transfection Reagents

We provide a complete selection of Invitrogen™ transfection reagents designed for effective and efficient nucleic acid delivery into both traditional and difficult-to-transfect cell lines and for transient transfection in suspension cultures.


Lipofectamine® reagents offer you the ability to consistently transfect many cell types with high efficiency and exceptional ease of use.

Transfection Methods

Selection Antibiotics

Our high-quality Gibco® selection agents allow you to establish stable cell lines, employ dual selection strategies, and more.