Microwave signatures of alive B-lymphoma cells suspensions

This publication deals with the determination of the microwave dielectric signatures of tumorous B-lymphoma cells (NHL) up to 40 GHz. It is demonstrated that in-liquid microwave detection permits to warrant cells' living without deterioration of the analysis capabilities. The key role of the microwave absorption parameter for cells detection is moreover pointed out. The richness of the microwave signature combined with the non invasivity of such a technique provide to biologists new way to investigate cells, to identify tumorous vs non tumorous ones.

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