APPARATUS AND METHODS FOR GENERATING LEUKOCYTE FREE PLATELET CONCENTRATE

摘要

2136418 9324157 PCTABS00028 Methods and devices for separating leukocytes from a leukocyte contaminated blood fraction by use of a rotating membrane filter apparatus (60). The invention includes methods/devices for preparing substantially leukocyte free platelet concentrate for therapeutic use. The devices of the invention include a rotating membrane filter apparatus (60) for leukocyte separation as well as tubing harness/component systems (Figs. 2a, 2b, 2c) useable in connection with automated apheresis instruments.