Reliability of tube-based quality assessment of packed red blood cells: Insights from FTIR and Raman spectroscopic analyses

Key Points

• Quality assessment reveals the reliability of using FTIR and Raman spectroscopy for analyzing packed red blood cells.
• Spectroscopic analyses demonstrate how these techniques can help ensure safer blood storage practices across various settings.
• Observation method involves extensive testing using both FTIR and Raman spectroscopy for accurate quality evaluation.
• Improved assessment may enhance the standards for blood storage, which could lead to better patient outcomes.