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Which of the following is not stored at cold temperature?

A. Whole blood

B. Packed RBCs

C. Leucoreduced RBCs

D. Platelet concentrate 

E. Fresh frozen plasma

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Correct Answer » D Explanation

Ans. D
At present, the most widely used protocol for the storage of red blood cells (packed RBCs. washed, leukodepleted, irradiated, apheresis, deglycocerolized, rejuvenated).
Platelets are stored in temperature-controlled incubators (20-24 degree C).
Fresh Frozen plasma is stored in approved freezers at less than -30 degree C.