Medicine and Health

Emerging Pathogen Threats in Transfusion Medicine: Improving Safety and Confidence with Pathogen Reduction Technologies

M. Cardoso, I. Ragan, et al.

Discover how the innovative Mirasol PRT system can revolutionize blood transfusion safety and enhance pandemic preparedness. This research, conducted by Marcia Cardoso, Izabela Ragan, Lindsay Hartson, and Raymond P Goodrich, evaluates Mirasol's potential against emerging infectious diseases like Ebola and SARS-CoV-2.

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Abstract

Emerging infectious diseases pose a growing threat due to factors like increased human-animal contact and globalization. Blood transfusions, while life-saving, can transmit these pathogens. This review examines the Mirasol PRT system, a photochemical method using riboflavin and UV light, as a proactive pathogen reduction technology. The effectiveness of Mirasol against emerging threats such as Ebola, SARS-CoV-2, hepatitis E, and mpox is evaluated, highlighting its potential to improve blood safety and pandemic preparedness.

Publisher

Pathogens

Published On

Jul 05, 2023

Authors

Marcia Cardoso, Izabela Ragan, Lindsay Hartson, Raymond P Goodrich

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