Packed Red Blood Cells should be infused within what period of time?

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2006-08-06 11:45:02 · 4 answers · asked by hopetolearn 1 in Health ➔ Other - Health

I believe it is within 4 hours of getting them from the blood bank. Check your hospital's policy.

2006-08-06 11:49:10 · answer #1 · answered by WenckeBrat 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋

Packed Cells should be infused over a four hour time span. If it takes longer, infection could be a risk factor.

2006-08-06 12:07:14 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋

3-4 hours

2006-08-06 11:49:09 · answer #3 · answered by jimandria 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋

banked blood has a shelf life of 35 dys

2006-08-06 12:20:01 · answer #4 · answered by Sexy Shy 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋