Cytion: Authentic Cells for Groundbreaking Research

“Green kidney” – that is the literal meaning of the Esperanto terms verda and reno, from which the name “Vero” is derived [1]. But don’t worry: Vero cells, of course, do not originate from a green kidney. They are isolated from normal kidney cells of the African green monkey, a primate species widely distributed across Africa – hence the name. Today, this immortalized cell line is one of the most important host cells in virology and is routinely used for virus propagation. It also plays a key role in the bioprocess development of vaccines [2], including Rotarix [3] and RotaTeq [4] against rotavirus, as well as the inactivated Japanese encephalitis vaccine Ixiaro [5]. The production of the COVID-19 vaccine BBIBP-CorV, developed by the Beijing Institute of Biological Products (part of the Chinese state-owned Sinopharm Group), also relies on Vero cells [6].

But cell lines are not only indispensable for virus cultivation and vaccine development – they also form the foundation for modeling biological systems and diseases. Around the world, they enable researchers to gain deeper insights into cell biology, signaling pathways, and metabolic processes. Ensuring that these cell lines are consistent, reproducible, and genetically well-characterized is essential. This is precisely where our new supplier Cytion comes in: your first choice for authenticated contamination-free human and animal cell lines. For years, Cytion has stood for the highest standards of quality and reliability as an independent, ISO 9001-certified cell bank – fully aligned with its motto: “Advancing research, cell by cell.” 

These topics await you:

1) Cytion at a Glance

2) Cytion – A Premier Cell Bank for Authentic Cells

3) Optimize Your Lab with Cytion’s Tailored Cell Culture Services

4) A Customer-Centered Approach – What Sets Cytion Apart

Cytion at a Glance

• Trusted since 2004: A global leader in independent cell banking
• Over 1,000 validated cell lines: Extensive selection of human and animal models, primary and stem cells, as well as matching media and reagents
• Made in Germany: Fast delivery, full EU stock availability, and maximum transparency
• Quality guaranteed: STR-authenticated, virus-tested, and mycoplasma-free

Cytion – A Premier Cell Bank for Authentic Cells

Founded in 2003 as Cell Lines Service, Cytion has built an impressive collection of more than 1,000 cell lines over the past two decades, covering a wide range of tumors, tissues, and species. The portfolio includes specialized human and animal cell lines, versatile primary and stem cells, as well as essential growth and freezing media. Cytion is committed to providing cells that retain their original genetic composition and phenotypic characteristics, ensuring greater reliability and accuracy in your experimental results. Detailed documentation of every cell passage underscores the company’s dedication to traceability and reproducibility in research. With Cytion, researchers can be confident that their cell cultures are completely healthy and ready for high-quality scientific work. 

Cytion strengthens its globally leading position in independent cell banking through one key distinction: it is the only supplier whose quality standards are certified by independent third parties. Every cell line undergoes a rigorous, multi-step authentication process, along with comprehensive sterility and mycoplasma testing, to ensure the highest level of reliability for your research. And the numbers speak for themselves: more than 6,000 scientific publications reference Cytion products, and over 24,000 researchers in 100 countries already rely on its cell lines and media [7]. 

Ready for a vial of outstanding quality? Here are the top 10 Cytion cell line products:

Optimize Your Lab with Cytion’s Tailored Cell Culture Services

In addition to its extensive product portfolio, Cytion offers a wide range of professional biotech services designed to make your laboratory workflows significantly more efficient. Whether you need assay-ready cells, cell culture scale-up, or detailed genetic analyses, Cytion provides comprehensive support – from mycoplasma testing and short tandem repeat (STR) profiling to the preparation of cell pellets as well as DNA and RNA extraction. With this service portfolio, Cytion supports your research with speed, precision, and reliability – allowing you to focus on what truly matters. And when it’s time for your routine mycoplasma check – perhaps for your Vero cells (Fig. 1) – you simply submit a sample. Thanks to rigorously validated testing protocols, Cytion reliably detects even the slightest contamination, ensuring the integrity of your experiments and data at all times.

A Customer-Centered Approach – What Sets Cytion Apart

Cytion impresses not only with high-quality products and a diverse range of services, but also with a consistently customer-oriented philosophy. The company supports scientific innovation while keeping the financial burden for research institutions as low as possible. Commercial customers benefit from transparent and moderate access fees to Cytion’s state-of-the-art resources, while non-profit organizations can obtain biological research materials at special conditions – paying only for material and shipping costs, without any additional access fees. Fast delivery and a tailored yet streamlined contractual process ensure smooth operations. This means you receive the required cell lines and the associated usage and transfer rights exactly when you need them.

Are you ready to take your research to the next level with Cytion cell lines? Depending on the intended use, we require the following completed documents for your order: 

Material Transfer Agreement (MTA)

• Allows internal research only at the specified research site
• Commercial use requires prior approval from Cytion

Intended Use Form

• Required for planned commercial use

Are you curious? Then please feel free to contact us! We will help you find the right cells and advise you on the necessary documents.

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Sources

[1] https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Vero_cell, 13.11.2025

[2] https://www.cytion.com/de/Wissenszentrum/Einblicke-in-Zelllinien/Vero-Zelllinie-Von-der-Virusforschung-zur-Impfstoffentwicklung/, 13.11.2025

[3] Fachinformation Rotarix. EMA (2019). https://www.ema.europa.eu/en/documents/product-information/rotarix-epar-product-information_en.pdf, 13.11.2025

[4] Fachinformation RotaTeq. EMA (2018). https://www.ema.europa.eu/en/documents/product-information/rotateq-epar-product-information_en.pdf, 13.11.2025

[5] Fachinformation Ixario. EMA (2020). https://www.ema.europa.eu/en/documents/product-information/ixiaro-epar-product-information_en.pdf, 13.11.2025

[6] Wang H, Zhang Y, Huang B, et al. Development of an Inactivated Vaccine Candidate, BBIBP-CorV, with Potent Protection against SARS-CoV-2. Cell. 2020;182(3):713-721.e9.

[7] https://www.cytion.com/de/, 14.11.2025

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