Shelf life of gamma irradiated pRBC is
Irradiation reduces RBC storage shelf life to not >28 days postirradiation depending on the time of irradiation relative to collection. Irradiation followed by refrigerator storage causes a higher concentration of in the product. To avoid wastage of RBC units, irradiation prior to issue is optimal. Ref baley and love 27 pg 17-18
21 days
28 days
35 days
42 days
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