Core pharmacology

Class Group

Blood Products

Legacy Cicm Level

Level 1

Presentation

1 unit is 60ml
‘Pooled platelets’ is 4 units

Mechanism of action

Collection:
Collected as Whole blood or apheresis

Preparation:
Platelets are typed in Australia
Match for CMV status
Can irradiate

Storage:
20-24’C, continuously agitated

Adverse Effects Toxicity

Effects of Storage:
Risks infection due to temperature of storage. Storing beyond this time frame or below this temperature decreases platelet activation

Special Points

Lifespan:
5 days