Catalog ID FFP Order Fresh Frozen Plasma (for transfusion)
CPOE Test Name
Use Blood Bank- Blood Products Adult/Pediatric Subphase to order blood products (Fresh Frozen Plasma Order)
Synonyms
FFP, Plasma, Fresh Frozen
Specimen Requirements
No sample required unless there is not a current type on
file.
Samples require Name, MRN, date and
phlebotomist initials/Cerner ID.
Storage and Transport
Notify the Blood Bank when ready for product to be thawed. FFP will not be prepared until verification from the floor that they are ready for preparation and transfusion.
Causes for Rejection
Improper labeling; wrong tube; gross hemolysis; insufficient volume
Interpretation
Fresh Frozen Plasma is a source of stable and labile coagulation factors. The factors include: Factor V, Factor VII, Factor VIII, Factor X, Factor XI, Factor XIII, and fibrinogen.
Turn Around Time
1 hour
CPT / HCPCS Code
P9019, P9017, 86927
Reference Ranges
Fresh Frozen Plasma is NOT Indicated for volume replacement.
Performing Lab
Blood Bank BI-1230 721-2731