Blood Bag Centrifuge: Precision in Transfusion Medicine

Clinical Applications

• Leukoreduction: Remove 99.9% white cells using buffy coat method (2,200×g, 22°C).

• Cryoprecipitate Production: Centrifuge FFP (Fresh Frozen Plasma) at 4°C to isolate Factor VIII.

• Pathogen Reduction: Integrate with INTERCEPT® Blood System for platelet irradiation.

Technical Features

• Rotor System:

  • 6×300 mL swing-out rotor with balanced bucket holders (ISO 3826-1 compliant)

  • Automatic rotor recognition via RFID tags

• Temperature Control: Peltier cooling maintains 4°C ±1°C during 15-minute cycles.

• User Interface: Pre-loaded programs for:

  • Plasma: 2,000×g, 10 min

  • Platelets: 400×g, 6 min

Regulatory Compliance

• Validated per AABB Standards for Blood Banks (31st edition).

• CE Marked as Class IIa medical device (93/42/EEC).

Case Study: Disaster Response
During a mass casualty event, a trauma center processed 300+ blood units/day using:

• Dual centrifuge configuration

• Quick-release rotor system (changeover in <2 minutes)
  This increased component availability by 40%, saving critical time for emergency transfusions.