Patent ID: 8163276
Filing Date: 2012-04-24
Classification: A61B,A61K,C12M,C12N

Abstract:
1. An automated cell processing unit, comprising: a tissue collection chamber that is configured to receive a first portion of unprocessed adipose tissue from a subject while maintaining a closed system, wherein said tissue collection chamber comprises an aspiration port which can be coupled to a suction device; a first filter that is disposed within said tissue collection chamber, wherein said first filter is configured to substantially retain a first component of said unprocessed adipose tissue and substantially pass a second component of said unprocessed adipose tissue, such that said first filter substantially separates said first component from said second component, and wherein said first component comprises a cell population that comprises CD31 positive adipose-derived cells and said second component comprises lipid, blood, and mature adipocytes; a processing chamber that is joined to said tissue collection chamber by a conduit such that a closed system is maintained, wherein said processing chamber comprises a cell concentrator and an outlet; and a programmable processing device capable of communication with said tissue collection chamber and said processing chamber, wherein said processing device operates at least one pump configured to use pressure to control ingress and egress of tissues through said automated cell processing unit.