I am using MC3T3E1 cells ( mouse preosteoblasts) for transfection with Xtreme9 reagent. 24 hrs after transfection I see lot of cell death. Is there a way to minimise it?
You may reduced the DNA quantity to be transfected. High quantities of DNA can also induce cell death. If you use FBS during transfection, reduce it or avoid it (depends upon cell type).
See if you have an access to Fugene HD. Compared to lipofectamine where the process of transfection was done using serum free medium, Fugene HD allows use of serum in media. I have found Fugene HD to be superior compared to lipofectamine. Sorry this does not answer your question on Xtreme9 but some suggestions from Goodwin are worth considering.