Flavins

Researchers at CaridianBCT Biotechnology LLC Release New Data on Flavins

Published in Blood Weekly, April 26th, 2012

2012 APR 26 -- "The Mirasol ® Pathogen Reduction Technology (PRT) System for plasma combines riboflavin (vitamin B-2) and UV light energy to reduce pathogens in plasma products. This study evaluated protein quality of apheresis derived plasma products treated with riboflavin and UV light and stored at - 18 degrees C for up to 1 year," researchers in Lakewood, Colorado report.

"Comparisons were made to paired, untreated controls after 6 months and 1 year of storage. This study evaluated the in vitro protein quality of apheresis derived plasma products processed between 8 and 8.5 h from collection and stored at -18 degrees C for 6 months and 1 year....

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Source: Blood Weekly (2012-04-26)

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