and therefore blood is separated into its components (red cells, platelets and plasma) prior to transfusion. Blood components can be either produced from whole-blood donations or collected ...

What if human blood became a biological weapon? In the United States, DARPA, a military research agency, is working on a project to modify red blood cells to enhance soldiers' performance.

ENFIELD, Conn. — Saint Francis Hospital is partnering with Enfield Emergency Medical Services to allow whole blood to be ...

A 2023 Journal of Cardiothoracic Surgery study showed that this type of testing cut blood component use by up to 90% and helped save blood for others in need. The cost of blood products also ...

Punjab health and family welfare minister Balbir Singh inaugurated the upgraded blood component separation unit at the civil hospital in Mohali on Monday. He also launched two blood collection and ...

In a state where rural communities often face limited access to critical healthcare services, Global Medical Response (GMR) is setting a new standard in emergency medical care. Beginning this month, ...

PThere are several blood drives planned in Washington County through February. Dates and locations include: Friday, Feb. 14 Washington County Family YMCA 1709 North Shelby Street Salem 1 p.m.-5 p.m.