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UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) is the custodian of four unique collections of expertly preserved, authenticated cell lines and microbial strains for use in medical science and laboratory healthcare. Culture Collections consists of: European Collection of Cell Cultures (ECACC), National Collection of Type Cultures (NCTC), National Collection of Pathogenic Viruses (NCPV) and the National Collection of Pathogenic Fungi (NCPF). Culture Collections supply a range of products including: cell lines, bacteria, mycoplasmas, viruses and fungi. Services include cell line authentication. bespoke cell culture, cell culture training, DNA/RNA extraction, human genetic services, contract freeze-drying, mycoplasma testing, patent deposits, safe deposits and sterility testing.

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About phe-culturecollections.org.uk

The UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) serves as the custodian of four specialized Culture Collections, comprising expertly preserved and authenticated cell lines and microbial strains. These invaluable resources are utilized by scientists globally to explore the impacts of various substances, including drugs, cosmetics, and environmental agents, on human cells. The Culture Collections provide vital controls for diagnostic and antimicrobial susceptibility tests, aiding in the development of vaccines, anti-cancer drugs, and treatments for metabolic diseases.

Managed by highly trained professionals, the collections adhere to rigorous quality standards, certified to ISO 9001:2015. UKHSA's commitment to quality ensures that researchers can rely on authentic materials, crucial for producing valid results in peer-reviewed publications and validation studies across clinical diagnostics, food safety, and environmental microbiology. Established in October 2021, UKHSA integrates advanced capabilities in health protection, reinforcing its role as a leader in combating health threats and advancing biomedical research globally.