What procedure utilizes leukapheresis to collect the buffy coat from whole blood?
Platelet (Apheresis) DonationsDo something Extraordinary today - make a platelet donationPlatelet donors make a special kind of donation to give select components of their blood: Platelets, red blood cells, and plasma. Platelet donations are an essential part of treatment for patients with cancer and other life-threatening medical conditions. By becoming a platelet donor, you save the life of a critically ill patient with special transfusion needs. Show PlateletsPlatelets is the part of the blood that aids in clotting and is important for emergencies. It helps patients with cancer, leukemia, transplants and blood disorders. In a process called apheresis, whole blood is drawn, selected component parts are separated out, and the rest of the blood is safely returned to the donor. Since platelet donations can take up to two hours, donors sit in ergonomically designed contoured chairs, and have the opportunity to enjoy streaming television options. Learn more about donating platelets. What is apheresis? Apheresis is the process of separating blood into its different components: Platelets, red blood cells (RBCs) and plasma. During a platelet donation, we collect these special components and return the rest of the blood to the donor. Why are platelets important? Platelets are essential for blood clotting. Platelet transfusions help to support patients with bleeding disorders and those undergoing:
Platelets have a very short shelf-life and must be transfused within five days of collection. This requires constant replenishment of the hospital supply. Your frequent and consistent platelet donations are much needed. You can donate platelets up to 24 times a year! Plasma Plasma is the liquid portion of the blood containing critical clotting factors. Plasma is used to treat patients with coagulation factor deficiencies, such as patients with liver failure, and those patients with certain bleeding disorders. Plasma donations can be made every four weeks. Type AB donors are in high demand because they are “universal” plasma donors. Their plasma can be used to treat all patients. Why do a platelet donation instead of a whole blood donation?
Making a platelet donation is safe and easy Donor safety is our top priority — automated blood collections are very safe. During the donation, blood is drawn from one arm using a sterile needle and channeled through single-use tubing into a single-use sterile collection kit within the apheresis machine. The machine spins the blood to separate it, collects the most needed components, and safely returns the remaining blood through the same sterile needle used for collection. To ensure that only a safe amount of blood is taken, the collection process is customized based on the donor's physical size and donation frequency, as well as multiple other factors. We also ensure each donor is comfortable and enjoys their donation experience. All donors get to relax in a comfortable chair while giving life-saving blood components for others. How will my blood and platelet donation help UCLA patients? You may not ever meet the patient who receives your platelet donation, but they are real. Below are a few examples of the types of patients who need blood from donors like you:
Become a repeat donor Platelet donations can be made up to 24 times per year and blood donors can donate up to six times per year. Who can make a platelet donation? All platelet donors must meet certain eligibility criteria. Find out if you qualify Ready to donate? Your selfless donation can change the lives of many patients for the better. Please call us at 310-825-0888 ext. 2 or schedule an appointment online today. What is leukapheresis donation?WHITE BLOOD CELL DONATION
PROCESS. The process of leukapheresis allows for peripheral blood mononuclear cells (PBMCs) to be collected from the blood while returning red blood cells, platelets and plasma back to the donor.
What is the difference between whole blood and apheresis?During a whole blood donation, you typically donate a pint (about a half liter) of whole blood. During a process called apheresis, you're hooked up to a machine that collects and separates blood components and returns unused components to you.
How platelets are extracted from blood?A relatively small amount of blood is drawn from your arm and goes into a machine called a blood cell separator. This blood is rapidly spun, which forces the platelets to separate from the other blood components. These cells then go into a sterile, single-use plastic bag.
What is the process of whole blood donation?Your Donation
A whole blood donation takes about 8-10 minutes, during which you'll be seated comfortably or lying down. When approximately a pint of whole blood has been collected, the donation is complete and a staff person will place a bandage on your arm.
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