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Using MaxPlus MTP Cooler® to Standardize Processes Across Blood Banks

Learn how a network of 10 Upper Midwest hospitals came together in 2019, it became clear pretty quickly to the organization’s Manager for Transfusion Services there was a lack of consistent processes across the blood banks. That’s why streamlining how blood products were moved around the hospital and transported to other sites was a priority from the outset. Standardizing packout processes was essential to making that happen – and the place to start was with the coolers.

Validation and Qualification Insights

In this Max Q & A, Senior Solutions Architect Tyler Rapp shares his experiences and knowledge about validations – common mistakes, observations and tips as well as how MaxQ can help make the process easier.

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MaxQ is a Proud Contracted Supplier of Blood Centers of America

Blood Centers of America (BCA) represents over 60 blood centers and 500+ collection sites nationwide. With the goal of helping blood centers control costs and promote growth, BCA supports members through combined purchasing power within BCA’s supplier partner network.  Cost efficiency is particularly critical today as demand for blood products increases while donations are decreasing. […]

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Pilot Study: MaxPlus PharmaPack SP™ Shipper Evaluation by Specialty Pharmacies

The trend toward direct-to-patient specialty medication delivery has been growing for several years, which has only been accelerated by COVID-19 restrictions. These medications are often biologics and must be kept within strict temperature ranges. For specialty pharmacies this has meant purchasing and storing bulky, expensive, and single-use packaging solutions – cumbersome for both pharmacists and patients – and incurring increasing inbound and outbound freight costs, as well as negative environmental impact.

COVID-19 Vaccine Toolkit: Storage and Transport Updates released in V.5.0

Recent updates to USP’s COVID-19 Vaccine Handling Toolkit address a number of important operational considerations around handling, storage and transport.

MaxPlus Blood Coolers for Transfusion Services Receive ‘AABB Standards-Compliant Product’ Seal

What is AABB’s Standards-Compliant Product Program? AABB’s Standards Compliant Products Program was launched in late 2019 to support vendors and manufacturers who provide equipment and supplies for transfusion services or blood collection. Upon applying, the specific product is reviewed thoroughly by AABB’s Accreditation Department members before being approved as an “AABB Standards-Compliant Product”. Why is […]

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A Conversation with Saravan Kumar, co-founder and CEO of MaxQ

Welcome to MaxQ&A – designed to bring you insights from experts about what’s happening in the life sciences and blood industry.

MaxQ Research Welcomes Jeff Gutkind as Director of Sales Life Science Packaging

MaxQ Research is pleased to announce the hiring of Jeffrey Gutkind as Director of Sales Life Science Packaging. Gutkind will manage the sales, marketing, and service strategies….

MaxQ Research Awarded Phase I SBIR Contract by Defense Health Agency

MaxQ has been awarded a Phase I SBIR contract from the United States Defense Health Agency (DHA) SBIR/STTR Program to help address the challenges faced by the U.S. Armed Services Blood Program (ASBP)

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How to Comply with FDA Guidance on Bacterial Risk Controls for Platelets

Cerus’ INTERCEPT® blood systems are the front-runners in pathogen-reduced platelet storage. Proper conduct for shipping INTERCEPT platelet bags is the following**: “Inspect the final storage containers for any scrapes or leaks. If a leak is detected, follow instructions in General Product Handling. Routinely disinfect shipping containers per institutional procedure and schedule. Remove clamps from containers […]