August 27, 2025
Blood Products Availability is published biweekly on the AABB Newsfeed and in Weekly Report. This estimate is based on data from AABB's National Blood Exchange.
Platelets
The national availability of platelets is moderate. All known need is met
within 24 hours.
Red Blood Cells
There is sporadic usage for type O-positive and type O-negative blood in Northeastern Illinois. There is similar demand for type O-negative blood in South Central Texas. In general, the surplus of other blood types remains high for the summer season. All known demand is met within 48 hours.
Types O and B fresh-frozen plasma are plentiful, readily addressing all known usage. Type AB is the usual exception, with successful searches taking just 24 hours. Sourcing enough type A FFP may last 3-5 days due to strong demand. The usage of cryoprecipitate products is supported by robust availability.
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