HOW should I keep the cell suspension before doing BCA protein assay?

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I have several experiment group, so I have to split into different time to collect my cell, and after that, I have to do "BCA protein assay".

Some cell is collected 5hr before...

How should I keep those cell suspension properly?

Any suggestion would be appreciated!

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