Plasma proteins and lymphocyte phenotypes in long-term plasma donors.

doi:10.1046/j.1537-2995.1994.34794330011.x

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Plasma proteins and lymphocyte phenotypes in long-term plasma donors.

Transfusion - 1 Jul 1994

Lewis S L, Kutvirt S G, Bonner P N, Simon T L

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BACKGROUND: The possible effects of long-term plasma donation remain unknown, but it is important to investigate them so that donor safety is ensured. The purpose of this study was to determine if long-term plasma donation alters plasma proteins or lymphocyte phenotypes. STUDY DESIGN AND METHODS:...

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Adult
Blood Donors
Blood Proteins
Female
Humans
Immunocompetence
Lymphocytes
Male
Middle Aged
Phenotype

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