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The what ifs of body fluid testing
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Cyto-Chex BCT is a direct draw blood collection tube that maintains cellular morphology and surface antigen expression, including cluster of differentiation (CD) markers prior to analysis by flow cytometry. Whole blood samples collected in Cyto-Chex BCT can be stored at room temperature for up to 14 days. Cyto-Chex BCT has been FDA 510(k) cleared for consistent recovery of HIV-associated lymphocyte subsets (CD3, CD4, CD8, CD19, CD16/CD56 and CD45) for up to 14 days.
Cold chain free – Transport samples at room temperature
Features
- Up to 14-day sample stability when analyzed by flow cytometry
- FDA 510(k) cleared for consistent recovery of HIV-associated lymphocyte subsets for 14 days
- Available in 5 mL and 2 mL vials
Benefits
- Minimizes the adverse effects of time, storage and transport conditions on sample integrity
- Reduces the need for immediate sample processing and analysis
- Allows for the batching of samples, optimizing laboratory workflow
- Minimizes patient recalls, redraws and associated costs
- Reduces weekend and overtime work
Ordering Information
| Description | Catalog Number |
|---|---|
| 6-tube pack (2.0 mL) glass | 213559 |
| 100-tube box (2.0 mL) glass | 218980 |
| 6-tube pack (5.0 mL) glass | 213361 |
| 25-tube box (5.0 mL) glass | 213362 |
| 100-tube box (5.0 mL) glass | 213386 |
Citations
Resources
Immunomagnetic isolation of PBMCs from Cyto-Chex BCT-stabilized whole blood
Instructions (IFU)
Certificates
- Cyto-Chex BCT CoA Lot 1123 2023-04-19
- Cyto-Chex BCT CoA Lot 1130 2023-05-10
- Cyto-Chex BCT CoA Lot 1199 2023-07-12
- Cyto-Chex BCT CoA Lot 1235 2023 08-23
- Cyto-Chex BCT CoA Lot 1340 2023-12-06
- Cyto-Chex BCT CoA Lot 2079 2024-03-21
- Cyto-Chex BCT CoA Lot 2101 2024-04-11
- Cyto-Chex BCT CoA Lot 2220 2024-08-08
- Cyto-Chex BCT CoA Lot 2235 2024-08-22
Product Information
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Flow Cytometry Products
Based on Streck’s proprietary cell-stabilization technology, we offer a comprehensive line of positive procedural controls and cellular stabilization products for immunophenotyping by flow cytometry. Our unique quality controls provide assay values for both normal and abnormal leukocyte populations and reference values for both intracellular and surface markers. Our cellular stabilization products are designed to preserve samples for extended periods while easing handling concerns and allowing for room temperature storage, cold chain-free shipping and batch processing.
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