METHOD FOR OPTIMIZING THE COLLECTION OF RARE CELLS IN BLOOD

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Disclosed herein are methods and kits that can effectively collect rare cells, for example, circulating tumor cells (CTCs), in blood. The methods, in some embodiments, include the use of blood collection devices, such as needles and catheters, that are 18 gauge or larger. Also disclosed herein are kits for optimizing the collection of rare cells in blood.