Example uses of cell separation include:
There are three different cell separation approaches, including:
Cell separation technologies include:
Akadeum’s core product is based on buoyancy-activated cell sorting (BACS™). It uses microscopic microbubbles to capture target cells and quickly float them to the surface of a liquid sample for removal. After removal, cells can be used to perform downstream testing and analysis.
Essentially, the product captures cells, concentrates them, and cleans up the sample significantly.
Making cells float that would otherwise sink allows them to be isolated to a high level of purity. Additionally, buoyancy works in combination with other cell separation methods, such as magnetic activated cell sorting and flow sorting.
1. Microbubbles mix with the sample.
2. Microbubbles capture target cells.
3. Target cells float to the surface for removal.
Because BACS™ uses buoyancy, it behaves in ways that are superior to other cell separation methods such as magnetic cell sorting or flow cytometry-based sorting.
Rapid and easy cell isolation, and with no magnet required!
There are no magnets to purchase and store, and no harsh and variable forces.
Use with the downstream method of your choice: Culture, PCR, Flow Cytometry, etc.
Microbubbles quickly float to the top of any container, regardless of size or shape.
Buoyant forces offer a more gentle cell-separation ap proach.
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