Red blood cells are the cellular components whose primary function is to transport oxygen to tissues.  This component is prepared by centrifugation or sedimentation of whole blood to remove much of the plasma.

HemaCare provides:

• Non-leukocyte reduced
• Leukocyte-reduced
• Expired

HemaCare has the capability to prepare and provide red blood cells according to your specifications:

• Specialized research donor subject recruitment
• Customized collections

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Packaging and shipping specifications play an important role in maintaining the quality of your product.  We package and ship all products to your specifications.

 

Red blood cells are typically packaged and shipped overnight on the day of collection.  Unless instructed otherwise, platelets are packaged to maintain a temperature between 1 and 10°C during shipment.

 

Temperature monitoring data tracking devices are available for use at your request.