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Human blood is only good for about 4 hours after it is no longer refrigerated, so if the transfusion takes longer than that, the remainder must be discarded and a new unit ordered. Typically transfusions are given pretty slowly so the body can adjust. (about 4 ml per minute or less in an adult)

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