Cytocentrifugation is a common technique for the capture of cells on microscopic slides. It usually requires a special cytocentrifuge or cytorotor and cassettes. In the study presented here, we tested the new concept of cytocentrifugation based on the threaded connection of the lid and the sample holder to ensure an adjustable flow of solutions through the filters and the collection of the filtered solutions in the reservoir during centrifugation. To test this concept, we developed a device for the preparation of cell samples on circular coverslips. The device was tested for the capture and sample processing of both eukaryotic and prokaryotic cells, cell nuclei, and mitochondria for microscopy analysis including image cytometry. Moreover, an efficient procedure was developed for capturing formaldehyde-fixed cells on non-treated coverslips without cell drying. The results showed that the tested arrangement enables the effective capture and processing of all of the tested samples and the developed device represents an inexpensive alternative to common cytocentrifuges, as only the paper filter is consumed during sample processing, and no special centrifuge, cytorotor, or cassette is necessary. As no additional system of solution removal is required during sample staining, the tested concept also facilitates the eventual automation of the staining procedure.

Institute of Molecular and Translational Medicine Faculty of Medicine and Dentistry and Czech Advanced Technology and Research Institute Palacký University Olomouc Hněvotínská 5 779 00 Olomouc Czech Republic

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