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Method for producing platelets from megakaryocytes

US9012221B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateDec 4, 2009
Grant dateApr 21, 2015
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Expiry dateAug 19, 2032

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  • Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
  • CPC primaryC12N2533/50
  • WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

The present invention relates to a method for producing platelets from mature megakaryocytes. More particularly, the invention relates to an ex vivo method for producing platelets, from mature megakaryocytes, said method comprising a step of subjecting a suspension of mature megakaryocytes to a flow having a minimal shear rate of 600 s−1 on a solid phase coated with Von Willebrand factor.

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