Assays for phenotypic and functional characterization of cryopreserved platelets

Platelet concentrates for transfusion have a limited shelf-life, and cryopreservation offers a means of extending platelet shelf-life for at least 2 years. Cryopreservation, however, has some disadvantages, as platelets can be damaged during the freezing and thawing process. Consequently the phenoty...

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Main Authors: Denese C Marks, Lacey Johnson
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Taylor & Francis Group 2019-01-01
Series:Platelets
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Online Access:http://dx.doi.org/10.1080/09537104.2018.1514108