What is BS 4376-2 - Specification for cabinets for the storage of frozen plasma about?
BS 4376 is a European standard that discusses electrically operated blood storage refrigerators. BS 4376-2 is the second part of a multi-part series that outlines the performance, testing, and marking for cabinets of the closed reach-in type, constructed with BS 2501, that are intended for the storage of pre-frozen plasma and plasma products at temperatures of 230 ÊC or below.
The cabinets are for use in climates having dry bulb temperatures and relative humidities respectively from 16 ÊC and 80 % r.h. to 40 ÊC and 40 % r.h.
Note: BS 4376-2 does not apply to the following:
- a) cabinets for the storage of blood grouping reagents
- b) refrigerated vehicle-mounted blood storage facilities.
Who is BS 4376-2 - Specification for cabinets for the storage of frozen plasma for?
BS 4376-2 on the specification for cabinets for the storage of frozen plasma is useful for:
- Manufacturers of electrically operated blood storage refrigerators
- Medical laboratories
- Regulatory authorities
Why should you use BS 4376-2 - Specification for cabinets for the storage of frozen plasma?
Electrically operated blood storage refrigerators are used for the storage of frozen plasma that must be stored at -18 °C or colder. Type A cabinet is a cabinet fitted with alarm systems and thermograph and type b cabinet is a cabinet with no temperature alarm or thermograph fitted. this type is provided with positions for sensing elements only so that when connected to a central alarm system the requirements of 5.10 can be provided remotely.
BS 4376-2 guideline assists you with materials and design for the internal finish, thermal insulation, shelves, drawers, partitions, doors, stability, refrigerating system, electrical equipment, instruments, and control equipment for building cabinets inside electrically operated blood storage refrigerators for the storage of frozen plasma.
BS 4376-2 also provides guidelines on tests, care, maintenance, marking, and information. This assists in the proper evaluation and maintenance of the performance of cabinets.
With obedience and compliance to BS 4376-2, you can enhance the quality, durability and performance of the cabinets that are used for the storage of frozen plasma and prolong the life of frozen plasma.