In vitro properties of concentrated canine platelets stored in two additive solutions: a comparative study

Abstract Background Platelet transfusion therapy poses many challenges in veterinary clinical practice. Lack of readily available blood donors, short shelf-life, and inability to administer a sufficient number of platelets to meet a dog’s transfusion need are the major difficulties encountered. Plat...

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Main Authors: N. Hlavac, C. S. Lasta, M. L. Dalmolin, L. A. Lacerda, D. de Korte, N. A. Marcondes, S. R. Terra, F. B. Fernandes, F. H. D. González
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2017-11-01
Series:BMC Veterinary Research
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Online Access:http://link.springer.com/article/10.1186/s12917-017-1236-8