Within What Time After Collection of Whole Blood Must RBCs

question 21

Multiple Choice

Within what time after collection of whole blood must RBCs be separated from whole blood in order for platelet and plasma components to be prepared?

• A) Immediately
• B) 2 to 5 hours
• C) 8 to 24 hours
• D) Any time

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