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What is the shelf life of platelets?

April 26, 2017life platelets shelf

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What is the shelf life of platelets?

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After donation, platelets have a shelf life of only 5 days. The Red Cross needs daily volunteer donors to maintain an adequate supply. By donating platelets, you are helping to ensure the patients in our communities and our nation get the help they need. Become an Apheresis donor today.