Paragraph 1.1
Liquid storage
| Component | Temperature of storage | Maximum storage time |
|---|---|---|
| Red cell preparations and whole blood (if used for transfusion as whole blood) | +2 to +6°C | 28 to 49 days according to the processes used for collection, processing and storage |
| Platelet preparations | +20 to +24°C | 5 days, may be stored for 7 days in conjunction with detection or reduction of bacterial contamination |
| Granulocytes | +20 to +24°C | 24 hours |