A spinal aspiration apparatus 10 is described that includes a needle 1 1 thathas a shape suitable for the location ofand penetration through a pedicle pathway of a vertebra 1. The distal endportion of the spinal aspiration apparatus 10 includes aplurality of apertures that are in fluid communication with a lumen 24 ofneedle 1 1. The size and angular orientation of the aperturesare constructed using the principles of fluid mechanics to create separate anddistinct harvest volumes of bone marrow 4 within abody 2 of vertebra 1. A proximal end portion 14 of needle 1 1 includes anexternal interface 17 that is adapted to provide a fluidtight coupling with an external source of reduced pressure. A handle 16 isconnected to proximal end portion 14 that aids in themanipulation of needle 1 1.
