Plasma and platelet donors are at risk from exposure to plasticizer compounds
the verdict
SUPPORTED
the evidence backs this
confidence 83/100
Evidence indicates that plasticizer compounds like DEHP leach from medical devices and blood storage bags into blood products, presenting potential toxicity risks during transfusions and clinical procedures.
Evidence for · 4
Evaluation of the Di(2-ethylhexyl)phthalate released from polyvinyl chloride medical devices that contact blood.
2014 · cited by 17
Demonstrates that DEHP leaches from PVC medical devices that contact human blood during procedures.
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More for · 3
Evidence for the cardiodepressive effects of the plasticizer di-2-ethylhexyl phthalate.
2023 · cited by 8
Shows that plasticizer compounds such as DEHP leach from blood storage bags and can exert cardiodepressive effects.
An evaluation of diethylhexyl phthalate free top & bottom in-line blood collection set with a new soft housing filter.
2025 · cited by 3
Evaluates the removal of DEHP plasticizers from blood collection sets to reduce toxicity risks for components like plasma and platelets.
Platelet Additive Solutions SSP+ and T-PAS+ Are Interchangeable for Platelet Concentrate Storage despite Differences in Composition and Plasticizer.
2024 · cited by 3
Compares storage solutions containing different plasticizers, reflecting ongoing efforts to manage plasticizer exposure in platelet concentrates.