Can anyone propose reasons why artificial blood research is needed?

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Can anyone propose reasons why artificial blood research is needed?

2007-12-01 10:55:45 · 3 answers · asked by Anonymous in Science & Mathematics ➔ Biology

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Shortage in the blood supply. Not enough people donate and supllies become critically low at times.

2007-12-01 10:59:08 · answer #1 · answered by Sulfol1 4 · 2⤊ 0⤋

It could save millions in money and time. As it is now, the blood supply depends entirely on donations and the amount of time and money it takes to collect it.

2007-12-01 20:39:23 · answer #2 · answered by Joan H 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋

Natural (donated) blood doesn't "keep" very long.
Natural blood is prone to comtamination with drugs and viruses.

2007-12-01 19:17:58 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋