Abstract

Blood components must be maintained within stipulated temperature ranges when stored in the blood bank and upon release to patient units. For years it has been assumed that red blood cell (RBC) units maintain an appropriate temperature for at least 30 minutes after release from blood bank control. This generalized 30-minute rule has been used to allow reshelving of blood products returned to the blood bank within 30 minutes of release. Until …

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