A system for automatically collecting and separating whole blood into its components is described. The system includes a console, which contains all motors, pumps, sensors, valves and control circuitry, and a unique disposable set that includes a cassette supporting a centrifuge with an improved design,...http://www.google.ca/patents/US7695423?utm_source=gb-gplus-sharePatent US7695423 - Method of simultaneous blood collection and separation using a continuous flow centrifuge having a separation channel