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  1. This is a discussion on Study on RBC use. in MICU / SICU Nursing, part of Critical Care Nursing ... A US study this month shows dangers of using RBC's older than 7 days in critically ill patients:- ...

    by Jan 21, '02
    A US study this month shows dangers of using RBC's older than 7 days in critically ill patients:-

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    Conclusion: "Transfusion of packed RBC older than 7 days may contribute to hemorrheological disorders in critically ill patients."

    Would this impact blood use in your field?
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  4. Jan 21, '02 by
    Yes. I work NICU and we frequently have the fathers donate a unit of blood for their baby. Then we just draw off whatever amount we want to transfuse the baby with. If it was thrown out after 7 days most of it would go to waste because its unlikely we'd use all of it that fast.