This disclosure provides solutions, systems, and methods for cell, tissue, and/or organ preservation. Some preservation solutions may include any combination of a balanced salt solution, electrolytes, antibiotic agents, antimycotic agents, protease inhibitors, anti-oxidants, simple sugars, starches impermeant ions, uric acid and/or amino acids. Some preservation solutions may also include hydrolyzed collagen. The preservation solutions including hydrolyzed collagen may be used alone or as part of a kit to preserve cells, tissue, or organs. The solution may also be used in connection with one or more medical procedures, for example organ transplantation.
