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==Types of blood transfused==
Several types of blood transfusion exist:{{citation needed|date=November 2021}}
* [[Whole blood]], which is blood transfused without separation.
* Red blood cells or packed cells is transfused to patients with anemia/iron deficiency. It also helps to improve the oxygen saturation in blood. It can be stored at 2.0&nbsp;°C-6.0&nbsp;°C for 35–45 days.
* [[Platelet transfusion]] is transfused to those with low platelet count. Platelets can be stored at room temperature for up to 5–7 days. Single donor platelets, which have a more platelet count but it is bit expensive than regular.
* Plasma transfusion is indicated to patients with liver failure, severe infections or serious burns. [[Fresh frozen plasma]] can be stored at a very low temperature of -30&nbsp;°C for up to 12 months. The separation of plasma from a donor's blood is called [[plasmapheresis]].