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Why Fresh frozen plasma is given to patients with dengue instead of platelet?
fresh frozen plasma by Fc receptor blockade will inhibit immune mediated destruction of platelets and thereby increase the platelet count
What does the medical abbreviation FFP mean?
Fresh Frozen Plasma
What is the main use of fresh frozen plasma?
Fresh frozen plasma is the part of the blood donation that has been stored and will be used for blood transfusions if it is required. It is frozen very soon after collection in order to keep it as close to the original state as possible.
What fraction of the Worlds fresh is frozen?
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Why is fresh frozen plasma yellow and not red?
You do not have red blood cells in the plasma. Plasma means blood minus red blood cells. So you see the original yellowish colour in case of the blood plasma.
Can packed cells and fresh frozen plasma be transfused at the same time?
Yes, packed red blood cells and fresh frozen plasma can be transfused at the same time to a patient, especially in situations where both red cell support and plasma volume expansion are needed. It is important to follow specific protocols and guidelines for compatibility testing and administration.
How fast can you infuse fresh frozen plasma?
10 minutes per unit, or as fast as the patient will tolerate.
What is done with the plasma that is collected at donor centers?
Following whole blood donation, approximately 40% of plasma separated during processing is used to produce Fresh Frozen Plasma (FFP) or Plasma-24 for patient use, 10% is used to produce Cryoprecipitate (Cryo) and the remaining 50% is sent to manufacturers for the production of plasma derivatives, such as IVIg, Albumin, Hepatitis B Immunoglobulin, RHoGam, etc.
Can rh pos ffp given to rh neg ffp?
Yes, Rh positive fresh frozen plasma (FFP) can be given to Rh negative individuals without any adverse reactions. The Rh factor does not play a role in the compatibility of FFP transfusions.
Is cod fish sold canned fresh or frozen?
Cod is sold fresh, frozen and salted.
Can fresh spinach be frozen for later use?
Yes, fresh spinach can be frozen for later use.
What is done with the plasma that is collected at plasma donor centers?
Following whole blood donation, approximately 40% of plasma separated during processing is used to produce Fresh Frozen Plasma (FFP) or Plasma-24 for patient use, 10% is used to produce Cryoprecipitate (Cryo) and the remaining 50% is sent to manufacturers for the production of plasma derivatives, such as IVIg, Albumin, Hepatitis B Immunoglobulin, RHoGam, etc.
