Work out blood product volume instantly with clear inputs, formula shown and shareable results.
Converts a mL/kg blood product prescription into a total volume and infusion rate, and checks the four-hour administration limit.
Product volume
Volume = weight (kg) x mL/kg; rate = volume / transfusion hours; a typical adult red cell unit is about 280 mL
Educational estimate only. Not a substitute for professional clinical judgement, and must not be used to make treatment or dosing decisions.
Red cells 10 to 15 mL/kg, plasma 10 to 20 mL/kg and platelets 10 to 15 mL/kg in children.
Bacterial proliferation risk rises once a unit has been out of controlled storage for four hours.