Frozen Plasma (FP)

Test Code:

XMA003

Synonym(s):

Specimen Container

Specimen Requirement

Requirements for Blood Service Group Medical Officer approval:
i) in excess of 1000 mL for massive bleeding cases.
ii) in excess of 500 mL within 24 hrs for non-bleeding cases.
Neonates:
iii) in excess of 200 mL within 24 hrs for non-bleeding cases.

Specimen Storage / Transport

Insulation box with frozen ice insert and acrylic divider

Method

Orderable as STAT?

Turn Around Time

Reference Value(s)

Testing Laboratory Location

KKH

Laboratory

Blood Bank

Contact Number

6394 1376

Day and Time Performed

Daily, 24 hrs

Orderable on CPOE?

Downtime Form

Additional Information

REQUEST FOR Frozen plasma - To call Blood Bank at 6394 1376 when Frozen plasma is required.

This will allow time for thawing (approximately 30 minutes). Thawed product expires at 8 hours if stored at 4°C. Blood Bank will only thaw Frozen plasma upon confirmation for transfusion.