EFMB 2022 (384 Q$As) LATEST EXAM GRADED A+

Deglycerolized Red Blood Cells are derived from _____ ml of whole blood collected in Citrate/Phosphate/Dextrose or Citrate/Phosphate/Dextrose/Adenine collection bags. [CPG ID:26 Page 2] - ANSWER 450-500mL Red Blood Cells are stored for up to 6 days at 1 - 6 °C before being frozen in a cryoprotectant (40% w/v glycerol), and stored in the frozen state at minus 65 °C or colder for up to ______. [CPG ID:26 Page 2] - ANSWER 10 years T/F: Each unit of deglycerolized red blood cells (DRBCs) should be considered equivalent to a fresh unit of RBCs since they are frozen within 6 days of collection and have a 14-day shelf-life upon deglycerolization. [CPG ID:26 Page 2] - ANSWER True What are the clinical indications for use of each unit of deglycerolized red blood cells (DRBCs)? [CPG ID:26 Page 2] - ANSWER as a supplement to liquid RBCs during surge periods of increased transfusion requirements in order to decrease casualty hemorrhagic morbidity and mortality How long does it take to thaw frozen red blood cells in a plasma thawer? Page 3 - ANSWER 35 min How long does it take to thaw frozen red blood cells in a 42°C water bath? Page 3 - ANSWER 45 min