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From: High-recovery visual identification and single-cell retrieval of circulating tumor cells for genomic analysis using a dual-technology platform integrated with automated immunofluorescence staining

Figure 2

Isolation of buffy coat and spreading onto microscopic slides. (A) AccuCyte® Separation Tube and float after initial centrifugation to separate 7.5 mL blood sample into its component layers – plasma/buffy coat/red blood cells. (B) Isolated buffy coat in Transfer Tube after transfer centrifugation. Arrow indicates the buffy coat. (C) Addition of buffy coat mixture to slide. (D) Spreading cells onto glass slide using CyteSpreader™ device.

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BMC Cancer

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