Cell strainers are commonly used laboratory tools that are designed to separate cells from tissue debris or other solid materials. They are typically made of plastic or nylon mesh and come in various pore sizes and shapes. Cell strainers are commonly used in cell culture, flow cytometry, and other biological assays that require the isolation and purification of cells.
The use of cell strainers can help to remove clumps and aggregates of cells and ensure that single cells are used for downstream analysis. They are also useful for removing debris, unwanted particles, and cell fragments from samples, which can interfere with experimental results. Cell strainers are easy to use and are compatible with various cell culture techniques, including suspension and adherent cell culture.