Patents by Inventor Glenn E. Rodey

Glenn E. Rodey has filed for patents to protect the following inventions. This listing includes patent applications that are pending as well as patents that have already been granted by the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).

  • Biocompatible method for in situ production of functional platelets and product produced thereby lacking immunogenicity
    Patent number: 4608255
    Abstract: The present invention discloses the effect of ultraviolet (UV) radiation on platelet concentrates collected in a plastics container, particularly in a polypropylene bag. Samples irradiated at 310 nm for 30 minutes at a dose of 774 J/M.sup.2 show no loss of platelet function as determined by ADP, collagen, or ristocetin-induced aggregation. Lymphocytes isolated from irradiated units are unable to act as responders or stimulators in a mixed lymphocyte reaction. The invention provides a method of UV irradiation of platelet concentrates resulting in transfusible cell suspension unable to evoke immunological response while retaining normal platelet function.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 31, 1985
    Date of Patent: August 26, 1986
    Assignee: American National Red Cross
    Inventors: Richard A. Kahn, Glenn E. Rodey