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I need help! how do i know if i have cell culture contamination?
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Can you clarify?: If you are concerned that your body has been invaded by something from a scientist's lab, stop worrying -- that's science fantasy. If you have some other concer, can you write back? Thanks.
Answered 7/1/2014
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