Division 1.1 Liquid storage
United Kingdom
| 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 |