Apparatus and method for separating and concentrating fluids containing multiple components
US10183042B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Aug 18, 2014 |
| Grant date | Jan 22, 2019 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | May 22, 2036 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB01L2400/0605
- WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
An apparatus may allow separating and collecting a fraction of a sample. The apparatus, when used with a centrifuge, allows for the creation of at least three fractions in the apparatus. It also provides for a new method of extracting the buffy coat phase from a whole blood sample and mesenchymal stem cells from bone reaming material. A buoy system that may include a first buoy portion and a second buoy member operably interconnected may be used to form at least three fractions from a sample during a substantially single centrifugation process. Therefore, the separation of various fractions may be substantially quick and efficient.
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