Magnetic Bead Technology
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Magnetic Bead Technology Definition
A cell-separation technique where magnetizable microspheres or beads are first coated with monoclonal antibody, allowed to search and bind to target cells, and are then selectively removed when passed through a magnetic field. Among other applications, the technique is commonly used to remove tumor cells from the marrow of patients who are to undergo autologous bone marrow transplantation.
Magnetic Bead Technology Synonyms
Magnetic Bead Separation, Magnetic Bead Technology
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