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Comparative Study
. 1986 Apr;51(4):790-812.
doi: 10.1128/aem.51.4.790-812.1986.

Optimization of the BGM cell line culture and viral assay procedures for monitoring viruses in the environment

D R Dahling, B A Wright
Comparative Study

Optimization of the BGM cell line culture and viral assay procedures for monitoring viruses in the environment

D R Dahling et al. Appl Environ Microbiol. 1986 Apr.

Abstract

An in-depth study of the continuous cell line designated BGM is described herein, and recommendations are made for standardizing cell culture and viral assay procedures. Based on data gathered from a survey of 58 laboratories using this cell line, a research plan was developed that included the study of growth media, sera, NaHCO3 levels, culture bottles, cell concentration, overlay media, agar, virus infection conditions, and cell-dissociating agents. Additionally, a comparative virus isolation study with BGM cells and nine other cell types was conducted with 37 sewage samples collected from nine different geographic areas. The results of the study indicated that the BGM cell line is superior for virus isolation when compared with the other cell types and that certain media and additives tend to increase BGM cell sensitivity to a specific group of viruses. A standardized procedure for cultivation of BGM cells is described which provides a more effective enterovirus assay system.

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