Stabilized leukocytes and their use

摘要

A method of producing extremely stable leukocytes from human blood samples which are stable for long period of time under extraordinary temperature conditions. The method also relates to producing and stabilizing the leukocytes with formaldehyde release agents. The method is directed at the use of the stabilized leukocytes as a control in assays for determining CD4+ and HIV diagnosis and therapy.

主权项

1. An in-vitro method for stabilizing leukocytes, the method comprising the steps of: incubating leukocytes for at least 12 hours in a solution comprising a formaldehyde-releasing agent, followed by lyophilization of the incubation solution resulting in a long-term stable lyophilized preparation.