Method of separating biological fluids into component parts using a fluids concentration cup assembly with hourglass shape
US9573130B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Oct 26, 2015 |
| Grant date | Feb 21, 2017 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Oct 26, 2035 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB01L2400/0694
- WIPO fieldChemical engineering
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
A biological fluid collection cup for use with a centrifuge bucket to separate a biological fluid into its component parts is disclosed. It includes an hourglass shape with a large upper and lower portion and a narrow middle portion. A piston is to slide into and slideably be received in the lower portion and a side port is provided for withdrawal of a fluid from the narrow portion.
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