Red blood cells are important mediators of the innate immune system. Depending on the cellular environment, these cells either activate the immune system or maintain the system in a dormant state. In ...

Transfusion Alter Transfusion Med. 2008;10(3):92-101. The initial storage temperature of whole blood determines which components can be produced from it (Figure 1). Because platelet function rapidly ...

Get to know the functions of your heart, blood vessels, and blood itself and how they work together to maintain your health.

Every two seconds someone in the U.S. needs a blood transfusion, according to the American Red Cross. “Blood transfusion is a highly critical, life-saving clinical procedure for a variety of patients, ...