Results
Twenty-three recoveries were initiated with 63 pRBC. The Performance
cooler was used for eight while the ProMed cooler for thirteen. 37.5%
of pRBC transported with the Performance cooler was used within the
validated time range, while 25.0% were used beyond the validated time
range based on clinical judgment. In addition, 37.5% of pRBC
transported with the Performance cooler were returned to the institution
after canceled recoveries with an estimated loss of $1,800; the ProMed
cooler had no wastage.