Evaluating Novel Whole Blood Preservation Methods as Alternatives to PBMC
In this webinar, Dr. TJ Beadnell and Dr. Virginia Litwin share insights from a feasibility study evaluating alternative whole blood preservation methods for immunophenotyping in clinical trials, addressing specimen stability and logistical challenges in global studies.
Key Topics Covered:
- Common challenges with PBMC isolation and specimen stability in global clinical trials
- Evaluation of whole blood preservation products: Smart Tubes, Cytodelics, and CryoStor® CS10
- Comparative performance of preserved whole blood versus cryopreserved PBMCs
- Practical insights from using Eurofins Viracor BioPharma’s 26-color Spectral Panel-1 for flow cytometry immunophenotyping
- Key considerations for marker resolution, antibody titration, and study-specific context of use
- How alternative collection approaches can simplify logistics and expand site accessibility