“How long can blood transfusions be stored for?”
I periodically need blood transfusions because of my condition. I want to know how long can blood transfusions be stored for?
3 Answers
CardiologistCardiologist
Red blood cells can usually be stored for 42 days, but are usually transfused within 18 days.
If you are asking how long blood is kept in storage before it expires, the answer is typically around 42 days.
42 days, red calls can be stored, refrigerated.
