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[Techniques for bone marrow preparation--a comparison of various systems]
J Zingsem1, V Weisbach, T Zeiler
1Abteilung Innere Medizin, Universitätsklinikum Rudolf Virchow, Standort Charlottenburg, Freie Universität Berlin.
Beitrage Zur Infusionstherapie = Contributions to Infusion Therapy
|January 1, 1990
Summary
Marrow cell concentration is key for red blood cell removal before freezing for transplantation. This study compared five separation techniques using two cell separators to find the most effective method.
Area of Science:
- Hematology
- Transplantation Medicine
- Cell Separation Technologies
Background:
- Marrow cell concentration is crucial for red blood cell removal before cryopreservation.
- This process is essential for autologous or allogeneic marrow transplantation, particularly in ABH-incompatible cases.
Purpose of the Study:
- To compare the efficacy of five different marrow cell separation techniques.
- To evaluate the performance of two cell separators, Haemonetics V50 and IBM/COBE 2997, in this process.
Main Methods:
- Five distinct separation techniques were assessed.
- Two automated cell separators, Haemonetics V50 and IBM/COBE 2997, were utilized.
- Techniques were evaluated based on their ability to concentrate marrow cells and remove red blood cells.
Main Results:
- The study identified significant differences in the efficiency of the five separation techniques.
- Performance varied between the Haemonetics V50 and IBM/COBE 2997 cell separators.
- Specific techniques demonstrated superior red blood cell removal and cell recovery.
Conclusions:
- The choice of separation technique and cell separator impacts the success of marrow cell preparation for transplantation.
- Optimized techniques can improve cell yield and purity, crucial for transplant outcomes.
- Further research may refine these methods for enhanced clinical application.