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Table 3 Suggested reference values for canine platelet concentrates obtained through platelet-rich plasma method and stored for 5 days in TOTM-plasticized bags

From: Quality control in veterinary blood banks: evaluation of canine platelet concentrates stored for five days

Parameter

Expected value

Volume

50–70 mL

Platelet count a

≤  7.49 × 1010/unit

Residual leukocytes (× 108/unit)

<  2.0

pH

6.59–7.35

Swirling

≥ 2+

Microbiological analisys

Negative

  1. a Platelet concentrate bags stored in TOTM-plasticized bags with platelet counts > 7.49 × 1010/unit should be used in less than five days
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BMC Veterinary Research

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