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The 3-D cell model was made by culturing cells (2 10 5 1.0 10 6 ) with high glucose DMEM supplemented with 30% bovine collagen solution overnight
Reconstituted solutions transform the stable solid peptide into an aqueous environment where degradation processes accelerate dramatically, requiring immediate refrigeration and limited storage durations to maintain potency