Canine FFP is canine WB that is separated from its cellular components and frozen within 8 hours of collection. FFP can be stored frozen for up to one year which then is relabeled as frozen plasma (FP). FFP contains all coagulation factors and plasma proteins found in circulating blood. FP contains most of the coagulation factors but loses the labile factors (FV, FVIII, von Willebrand factor) over time.

 

USES

 

AVAILABILITY

  1. Separation of Fresh Whole Blood (FWB):
  2. Plasmapheresis is an alternate way to obtain FFP; however, this process requires special training and equipment. Only trained personnel with the appropriate equipment should perform plasmapheresis.

 

HANDLING/ STORAGE

Note: Care should be taken when handling FFP as the plasma bag is not pliable and can crack at low temperatures. Consider placing in two large Ziploc® bags or similar packaging to avoid direct handling of the FFP bag.

 

DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION

 

TRANSFUSION MONITORING AND REASSESSMENT