When is fresh frozen plasma given?

Fresh frozen plasma (FFP) is a blood product that is used to replace clotting factors and other proteins that are missing or depleted in a person's blood. It is given when a person has a bleeding disorder, such as hemophilia or von Willebrand disease, or when they have lost a lot of blood, such as in a major surgery or trauma. FFP is also used to treat certain liver diseases and immune deficiencies.

FFP is made from the blood of healthy donors. The blood is collected and then frozen at a very low temperature, which preserves the clotting factors and other proteins. When FFP is needed, it is thawed and transfused into the patient's bloodstream.

FFP is a safe and effective treatment for bleeding disorders and other conditions that cause low levels of clotting factors and proteins. However, it can sometimes cause side effects, such as fever, chills, and itching. These side effects usually go away after a short time.

FFP is an important blood product that can help save lives. It is used to treat a variety of conditions, including:

* Bleeding disorders, such as hemophilia and von Willebrand disease

* Liver diseases, such as cirrhosis and liver failure

* Immune deficiencies, such as hypogammaglobulinemia

* Major surgery or trauma

* Childbirth