Chromatography in blood processing

Chromatography in Blood Processing

Chromatography is a laboratory technique used for the separation of mixtures. In the context of blood processing, it is used to separate and purify blood components, such as plasma, platelets, red blood cells, and white blood cells.

Overview[edit | edit source]

Blood processing involves the collection, testing, processing, storage, and distribution of blood and blood components. Chromatography plays a crucial role in this process, particularly in the separation and purification of blood components.

Chromatography Techniques in Blood Processing[edit | edit source]

There are several types of chromatography techniques used in blood processing, including:

Liquid chromatography: This technique is used to separate ions and molecules based on their interaction with the column material. It is often used in the separation of plasma proteins.

Gas chromatography: This technique is used to separate and analyze compounds that can be vaporized without decomposition. It is often used in the detection of blood doping in sports.

Affinity chromatography: This technique is used to separate biochemical mixtures based on a highly specific interaction between antigen and antibody, enzyme and substrate, receptor and ligand, or protein and nucleic acid. It is often used in the purification of specific proteins from blood.

Applications[edit | edit source]

Chromatography in blood processing has a wide range of applications, including:

Blood transfusion: Chromatography is used to separate and purify blood components for transfusion.

Disease diagnosis: Chromatography can be used to detect and measure specific substances in the blood, aiding in the diagnosis of diseases.

Therapeutic drug monitoring: Chromatography can be used to monitor drug levels in the blood, helping to ensure that patients receive the correct dosage.