Use of a platelet preservation composition comprising a short to ultra-short acting antiplatelet agent and anticoagulant with an oxygen carrier
US8129103B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Apr 25, 2008 |
| Grant date | Mar 6, 2012 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 5, 2031 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA01N1/126
- WIPO fieldBasic materials chemistry
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
The present invention relates to compositions and methods for storing platelets to preserve the function and freshness of the platelets. More particularly, the present invention relates to the use of a preservative composition having an antiplatelet agent, an anticoagulant, and an oxygen carrier, for maintaining the freshness of platelets. Additionally, the composition may also contain an ultra-short acting broad spectrum anti-microbial agents. The preservative composition may be used to store platelets in a liquid state, a frozen state, or a freeze-dried state.
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