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Purpose
Fresh Frozen Plasma (FFP) is 220-360 mL of single donor plasma removed from a unit of whole blood and rapidly frozen. It contains plasma proteins and all coagulation factors and is used to replace coagulation factors in coagulation disorders and factor depletion due to hemorrhage and DIC.
Selection of Unit
| Recipient | Donor 1st Choice | Donor 2nd Choice |
|---|---|---|
| O | O | A, B, AB |
| A | A | AB |
| B | B | AB |
| AB | AB | -- |
Group specific plasma is given to recipients as the first choice. Recipients will recieve 2nd choice in the event that first choice is unavailable.
Unit Preparation
FFP is stored in a temperture monitored freezer between -18 and -30°C. Units of FFP are thawed in a 30 - 37°C water bath over a period of 14 - 18 minutes, depending on the size of the unit.
Unit Storage
Frozen: Stored -18 to -30°C. Units expire 12 months from date initially frozen.
Thawed: Stored 1 to 6°C. Units expire 5 days after thawing.
Availability
| Performed | STAT |
|---|---|
| 24/7 | Yes |
Performing Laboratory
MultiCare Yakima Memorial Hospital Laboratory
Lab Department
Blood Bank
CPT/HCPCS Code
86927 - Each unit thawed
P9017
LOINC
51877-9 Transfuse fresh frozen plasma units (BPU) [#]