Core pharmacology

Class Group

Blood Products

Legacy Cicm Level

Level 1

Presentation

1 unit= 200-300ml (contains all coagulation factors)
Dose= 10-15ml/kg

Mechanism of action

Collection:
Collected as Whole blood or apheresis

Preparation:
Plasma that remains after removal of RBC/platelets
Must be thawed (15-30min) prior to administration
Contains citrate

Storage:
-30’C

Special Points

Lifespan:
12 months
Can be used for up to 5 days after being thawed