Abstract:
Disclosed is a high gradient magnetic separation apparatus for recovering magnetic ally labeled target entities from viscous and/or complex test media. The target entities are captured on a ferromagnetic element in which a magnetic field gradient is induced by a magnetic field source. The apparatus is designed to perform various operations on captured target entities. Methods of using the apparatus are also disclosed, e.g., for isolation of circulating tumor cells.
Abstract:
An apparatus and methods are provided for the magnetic separation of target bioentities. The apparatus includes a fluid chamber and a magnetic element for drawing target bioentities toward a collection surface of the fluid chamber. The apparatus may include a positioning assembly operable to variable change the position and orientation f the fluid chamber relative to the magnetic element.