How does the 80-875 LTOWB Transfusion Set differ from the 80-801 FWB Transfusion Set?
The 80-875 LTOWB Transfusion Set is designed specifically for the LTOWB walking blood bank protocol, incorporating components for LTOWB donor documentation and CSWB administration scenarios in addition to standard FWB collection and transfusion. The 80-801 FWB Transfusion Set is the original fresh whole blood product. Both serve the complete collection-to-administration use case but with different documentation and operational context alignment.
What is the shelf life of the Safeguard Medical 80-875?
The Safeguard Medical LTOWB Transfusion Set (80-875) has a shelf life of up to 1 year from the date of manufacture. Units should track manufacturing dates through NSN procurement documentation and establish kit rotation schedules to ensure kits are current when deployed. For operational environments requiring longer positioning, plan resupply cycles accordingly.
Does the 80-875 support Cold-Stored Whole Blood (CSWB) administration?
Yes. The Safeguard Medical LTOWB product family supports both FWB walking blood bank operations and CSWB administration from pre-positioned stored blood. The 80-875 includes administration components compatible with CSWB delivery. When using CSWB that has been refrigerated (4°C), pair with a blood/fluid warmer such as the QinFlow Warrior EXTREME to warm to 38°C and prevent transfusion-associated hypothermia.
What NSN number is this product listed under?
The Safeguard Medical LTOWB Transfusion Set (80-875) carries NSN 6515-01-684-9074. The companion Collection Set carries NSN 6515-01-686-2423 and the companion Administration Set carries NSN 6515-01-686-2401. These NSNs enable procurement through military supply channels for units requiring government-funded resupply.
What is Cold-Stored Whole Blood (CSWB) and how does it differ from FWB?
Cold-Stored Whole Blood (CSWB) is pre-drawn, laboratory-tested whole blood stored at 4°C (refrigerator temperature) for up to 21 days. Unlike Fresh Whole Blood drawn on-site, CSWB requires cold chain infrastructure (refrigerated storage and transport) but provides laboratory-tested, pre-screened blood that can be positioned at aid stations or forward surgical teams in advance. CSWB provides the logistical predictability of stored blood with significantly better hemostatic properties than component therapy — particularly within the first 14 days of storage.
What is a walking blood bank and how does the 80-875 support it?
A walking blood bank is a pre-screened pool of military personnel with known blood types who can serve as immediate on-demand whole blood donors in the field. The 80-875 LTOWB Transfusion Set provides all components to draw one unit from a prescreened type-O low-titer donor — donor documentation, ABO/Rh screening (EldonCard), blood collection bag and needle, and matched recipient administration components — in one sealed package that supports the complete walking blood bank workflow.
Why is low-titer type-O blood preferred when recipient blood type is unknown?
Type-O blood is the universal donor red cell type. 'Low titer' refers to a low concentration of anti-A and anti-B antibodies in the donor plasma — high titers of these antibodies can cause hemolytic reactions in non-type-O recipients. Low-titer type-O donors reduce this risk, making LTOWB the preferred choice for far-forward transfusion when there is no time or capability to confirm recipient ABO compatibility before transfusion.
Can the 80-875 LTOWB Transfusion Set be ordered through military supply channels?
Yes. The 80-875 carries NSN 6515-01-684-9074, enabling procurement through Defense Logistics Agency and military supply channels. The companion Collection Set (NSN 6515-01-686-2423) and Administration Set (NSN 6515-01-686-2401) are also NSN-listed for modular resupply. Contact Safeguard Medical for bulk pricing, DLA contract vehicle information, and delivery timelines.
