<i>In vitro</i> function of platelet concentrates prepared after filtration of whole blood or buffy coat pools

Abstract

Our data indicates that the in vitro characteristics of PCs prepared using these methods is maintained over storage for 7 days in plasma and is not associated with significant deterioration of platelet function. ONE SENTENCE SUMMARY: In vitro function of platelet concentrates prepared by either filtration of whole blood, or pooled buffy coats.