PRBCs (Packed Red Blood Cells )* :-A unit of PRBCs is red blood cells centrifuged out from whole blood. The hematocrit of PRBCs is approximately 55%. This type of blood product is often given in the case of acute bleeding.
Platelets*:- Platelets are are an essential part of the clotting mechanism of the body. Usually our doctors order them if the patient is extremely thrombocytopenic (low platelets) and they are continuing to drop. Sometimes they will also order platelets prior to doing an invasive procedure like inserting a central line.
Whole blood:-“Whole blood” is simply the blood that flows through your veins. It contains red cells, white cells, and platelets, suspended in plasma.
FFP*:-One unit of FFP is taken all of the plasma from a unit of whole blood. It contains many factors necessary for clotting and is often given to reverse a patient's INR. When patients receive multiple units of FFP, they are often given Vitamin K to aid in increasing the patient's ability to coagulate.
