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How Is 'PlasmaYodhha', An Initiative By Doctors, Helping In Plasma Donations
Published On: October 12, 2020 | Duration: 1 MIN, 40 SEC
GiveIndia is raising awareness and funds for the frontline COVID warriors battling the deadly spread of the Virus. 'PlasmaYodhha', a platform driven by doctors that ensures plasma of eligible donors stored at blood banks is provided to those in need, has joined hands with GiveIndia for the cause of frontline warriors.
How Will Plasma Therapy Save Lives?
- Based on the concept of passive immunity
- Plasma contains components like blood cells, antibodies, protein, hormones etc. Infusing antibodies from a recovered patient will activate immunity in the patients
- Antibodies from donor plasma will be retained in blood for 2-3 weeks