Blood Transfusion Filters

Standard Adult and PediatricTransfusion Set  Filter (170-260 microns): A standard blood giving set incorporating filter (170 to 260 µm) should be used in the transfusion line for all blood components (except platelets). This filter size filters out large clots and aggregates and still ensures an effective transfusion flow rate. 

SQ40™ Microaggregate Blood Transfusion Filter (40 microns): The SQ40 Blood Transfusion Filter is a 40µm rated screen-type filter designed to protect from potentially harmful microaggregate and non-blood component particulate matter. Aggregates, which are comprised of leucocytes, fibrin, and platelets range in size from 10 to 160μm and can therefore pass through the 170μm filter present in standard blood administration sets. The 40 micron Microaggregate Filter should be routinely used when transfusing CELL SAVER units back to the patient.