Cyto-Chex® BCT

• Stabilises whole blood samples for up to 14 days prior to analysis by flow cytometry

• Cell morphology and cellular antigen expression are maintained

• Stabilises white blood cell panel antigens including those of the HIV panel of CD markers

• FDA 510(k) cleared for consistent recovery of HIV-associated lymphocyte subsets for up to 14 days of room temperature storage

• Reliable and accurate CD4 counts assured

• Subsets of leukocytes can be distinguished by flow cytometry

• Facilitates sample batching to reduce daily flow cytometry start-up costs

• Minimises patient recalls, redraws and associated costs

• 95 kPa pressure differential tested for compliance with UN3373-Pl650 and 49 CFR 173.196(a)(6) specimen transport regulations

Light scatter profiles from a blood sample drawn onto a K2EDTA tube analysed at six hours (left) compared to data from a blood sample from the same patient drawn into a Cyto-Chex® BCT tube analysed at seven days (right).

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