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supernatant
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supernatant [‚sü·pər′nāt·ənt]
(biochemistry)
The overlying soluble liquid fraction of a sample that remains after precipitation of the insoluble solid component by centrifugation.


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The supranate contains chylomicrons, VLDL, and any beta-VLDL, whereas the infranate contains LDL, HDL, intermediatedensity lipoprotein (IDL), and lipoprotein (a).
The syringe with the fat is then spun in a centrifuge for 1-2 minutes and the excess infranate fluid, damaged fat cells, and irritating oils in the supranate are discarded, leaving only whole undamaged fat cells to be used.
 
 
 
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