Blood component separation method and apparatus
US7241281B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Apr 8, 2002 |
| Grant date | Jul 10, 2007 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 8, 2022 |
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- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB01D2221/10
- WIPO fieldChemical engineering
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
An apparatus and method for collecting whole blood and then separating it into components for subsequent use or storage. A self-contained bag set is used to collect the sample, which may then be placed into container adapted to fit into a centrifuge for separation of components. Each component is then sequentially extracted according to density, with a sensor present in the container to control the operation of valves directing the collection of each component. Each component may then be separated into its own storage container.
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