What is plasma used for?

Patients often only need a specific part of the blood, such as plasma. In these cases, your plasma can be administered. But plasma is also used to make important medicines.

Proteins: antibodies, albumin, and more

The proteins in plasma are used to produce medicines, such as antibodies. They are purified from plasma and protect peopel with immune disorders. Coagulation factors are for instance given to people who have bleedings and use a specific category of anticoagulant. Albumin is used for massive blood loss or burns.