Blood bag makeover: new plastic passes 42-day storage test

NCT ID NCT06602804

First seen Feb 23, 2026 · Last updated May 15, 2026 · Updated 13 times

Summary

This study checked if red blood cells collected with a special machine and stored in plastic bags without DEHP (a common chemical) still work well after 42 days in the fridge. 37 healthy adults donated blood, and researchers measured how many red blood cells survived 24 hours after being put back into the body. The goal was to see if the new bags meet FDA safety standards.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • American Red Cross, Norfolk Clinical Research Lab

    Norfolk, Virginia, 23510, United States

  • Hoxworth Blood Center, University of Cincinnati College of Medicine

    Cincinnati, Ohio, 45267, United States

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