GITNUX MARKETDATA REPORT 2024
Blood Storage Duration Statistics
The average storage duration of donated blood is typically 42 days, with a range of 35 to 49 days depending on the specific blood product.
In this post, we explore key statistics related to blood storage duration and its implications for transfusion outcomes and patient health. From the impact on mortality rates and infection risks to the utilization patterns of stored blood units, these statistics shed light on the critical considerations surrounding the storage and use of donated blood.
Statistic 1
"Approximately 70% of all donated blood is stored for 35 to 42 days before transfusion."
Statistic 2
"Blood storage duration has a significant impact on mortality, with risk increased by 1.13 times for units stored for 30 days or more."
Statistic 3
"Storage beyond 35 days is associated with a nearly 30% increased risk of infection in patients."
Statistic 4
"Blood stored for 42 days and beyond is at its "expiration" date and is not used."
Statistic 5
"Between 60% and 80% ICU patients receiving transfusion receive blood stored for 14 days or longer."
Statistic 6
"The mean blood storage duration in the United States is approximately 17.9 days."
Statistic 7
"For every additional week of storage, the odds of incurring a serious infection go up by 4%."
Statistic 8
"Approximately only 1.9% of total stored blood is wasted due to exceeding the storage duration."
Statistic 9
"The mean storage duration of red cell concentrates in Europe is between 14 and 18 days."
Statistic 10
"Neonates who were given blood stored for more than 28 days showed a higher incidence of necrotizing enterocolitis."
Statistic 11
"Blood stored for more than 21 days is at increased risk to cause deep vein thrombosis."
Statistic 12
"In cardiac surgery patients, blood stored for more than 14 days was associated with higher rates of infection."
Statistic 13
"Approximately 20% of donations are stored for 21 days or less before use."
Statistic 14
"About 11% of blood units are transfused after being stored for 31-42 days."
Statistic 15
"Only 1-2% of red blood cells are not used within the approved storage period."
Statistic 16
"Each day of storage increases the odds of mortality among patients in critical condition by 5%."
Jannik Lindner
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