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Yamato Life Science

The Complete CTC Workflow Partner

From Capture to Characterization - One Partner, Complete Solutions

For too long, CTC research has been fragmented across incompatible platforms, lost samples, and workflow gaps. Yamato Life Science changes everything. We're the first to deliver a fully integrated circulating tumor cell workflow—from initial harvest through single-cell analysis and NGS characterization—with seamless connectivity between every step.

Our expertly curated portfolio connects industry-leading technologies: CellBxHealth's Parsortix® PR1 system, CellKeep™ retention technology, Curiosis Celloger® imaging, and IoTaSciences' automation platform. More importantly, we've engineered the connections between them.

The Yamato Life Science Advantage

Why Integration Matters

Direct Tube Connectivity

Parsortix PR1 output connects directly to CellKeep assemblies—no sample transfer, maximizing cell retention

In-Chamber Processing

Complete all antibody staining procedures inside CellKeep assemblies—maintaining cell integrity throughout

Unified NGS Protocol

Analyze CTC-DNA, CTC-RNA, and cfDNA simultaneously using the same library prep kit

Complete Documentation

From single-cell isolation through sequencing, maintain full chain of custody

Single-Source Support

One team that understands your entire workflow, not just individual instruments

CELLOGER® MINI PLUS

Automated live cell imaging system

A fundamental system designed for real-time automated live cell imaging system inside your incubator.

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PORTRAIT®+CTC STAINING KIT

Reveal more with the illuminating power of CTCs

Shine a new light on cancer cells with the combined power of the Portrait®+CTC staining kit and Parsortix®technology

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Solutions for Your Research

For Research Labs

Stop Piecing Together Incompatible Technologies

Your research deserves better than cobbled-together workflows. We've eliminated the guesswork by pre-validating every connection point. Get a complete, pre-integrated CTC workflow from experts who understand how these platforms work together—and more importantly, how they can work for you.

  • Pre-optimized protocols for your specific research applications
  • Hands-on training across all platforms
  • Direct technical support from workflow specialists
  • No more vendor finger-pointing when issues arise

For Contract Research Organizations

Maximize Throughput. Minimize Variability.

Your clients demand reproducibility. Our validated CTC workflow system delivers it. One vendor, complete support, reproducible results—every time. Scale your liquid biopsy services with confidence, knowing every component is designed to work together. 

  • Validated SOPs for regulated environments
  • Batch processing capabilities
  • Comprehensive service agreements
  • Priority technical support
  • Volume pricing programs

For Liquid Biopsy Researchers

Beyond Capture: Complete CTC Characterization

Finally, a distributor who understands that CTC success requires more than just good capture. From Parsortix harvest through NGS analysis, we've connected every step. No gaps. No guesswork. No compromises.

  • Simultaneous CTC and cfDNA analysis workflows
  • Single-cell cloning with full documentation
  • Live-cell imaging in incubator conditions
  • Multi-omic analysis capabilities
  • Application support from liquid biopsy experts

For Research Labs

Stop Piecing Together Incompatible Technologies

Your research deserves better than cobbled-together workflows. We've eliminated the guesswork by pre-validating every connection point. Get a complete, pre-integrated CTC workflow from experts who understand how these platforms work together—and more importantly, how they can work for you.

  • Pre-optimized protocols for your specific research applications
  • Hands-on training across all platforms
  • Direct technical support from workflow specialists
  • No more vendor finger-pointing when issues arise

For Contract Research Organizations

Maximize Throughput. Minimize Variability.

Your clients demand reproducibility. Our validated CTC workflow system delivers it. One vendor, complete support, reproducible results—every time. Scale your liquid biopsy services with confidence, knowing every component is designed to work together. 

  • Validated SOPs for regulated environments
  • Batch processing capabilities
  • Comprehensive service agreements
  • Priority technical support
  • Volume pricing programs

For Liquid Biopsy Researchers

Beyond Capture: Complete CTC Characterization

Finally, a distributor who understands that CTC success requires more than just good capture. From Parsortix harvest through NGS analysis, we've connected every step. No gaps. No guesswork. No compromises.

  • Simultaneous CTC and cfDNA analysis workflows
  • Single-cell cloning with full documentation
  • Live-cell imaging in incubator conditions
  • Multi-omic analysis capabilities
  • Application support from liquid biopsy experts

The Yamato Complete CTC Workflow

Every Step Connected. Every Cell Counts.

 
 1. Capture

Parsortix® PR1 

 
 2. Retain   

CellKeep™

 
 3. Image

Celloger® Mini Plus


4. Isolate 

IoTaSciences

 
5. Analyze

NGS Ready

Our integrated workflow eliminates traditional bottlenecks

Harvest CTCs with 85% capture efficiency

Transfer directly to CellKeep—maximizing cell retention

  Complete staining in-chamber

Image live cells in culture conditions

Automated single-cell isolation with documentation

Unified library prep for comprehensive analysis

Integrates with your Existing Workflows

Accessioning and preparation for Parsotix separation


Parsotix CTC harvest

DNA extraction from Parsotix-enriched CTCs

Library Preparation

DNA sequence by Illumina using NEXTSeq2000

Plasma separation by centrifugation (no CTC loss)

cfDNA extraction from plasma

Dual Analysis Library Quantitation

CellKeep™ Slide

The  CellKeep Slide consists of a coated glass slide clipped into a plastic funnel assembly creating closed system for centrifugation and optimising cell retention for downstream imaging analysis

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Cell retention

CellKeep’s unique design helps to maximize cell retention offering significant improvement over the leading market alternative.


Cellular integrity 

 Proprietary wicking cap removes supernatant without significantly impacting cell count.

 

Imaging analysis 

 CellKeep slides enable high quality IF labeling and imaging of intact epithelial, transitional and mesenchymal CTCs.


Lower antibody cost 

Focused cell fixation area reduces the volume of antibodies needed for downstream IF analysis.


Workflow integration 

 Cytospin 4 adaptor facilitates integration into existing laboratory workflows. CellKeep funnel detaches so the slide can be used directly on a microscope.

PICKING PLATFORM

Gentle single-cell isolation made easy


The automated modular Picking Platform delivers a simple and streamlined single-cell isolation and picking workflow

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PARSORTIX® PR1

Simple. Easy. Flexible. Customisable.


The Partortix® PR1 system gives translational researchers the power to capture and harvest circulating tumour and other cells of interest from as little as 100 µL blood samples, providing greater flexibility in downstream analysis.


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Partnership & Support

More Than Products--Complete Partnership

When you choose Yamato Life Science, you're not just buying equipment. 
You're gaining a partner committed to your CTC research success.

 
Workflow Design Consultation

Our specialists help design your optimal workflow before purchase

 
Installation & Training

 Comprehensive on-site setup and team training across all platforms

 
 Ongoing Support

 Single point of contact for your entire workflow


Application Development

Work with our team to optimize protocols for your specific needs

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Ready to Transform Your CTC Research?

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discovered the power of truly integrated CTC workflows.