Fresh Whole Blood Recipient Set
A compact sterile field set (SKU 80-801-R) carrying the IV access, Y-type filtered administration set, recipient ABO/Rh screening, and documentation needed to receive one unit of fresh whole blood — the recipient half of the walking blood bank, 38% lighter than the full set.
The Safeguard Medical FWB Recipient Set bundles the recipient-side supplies for a fresh whole blood transfusion into a compact 6.1 oz package: large-bore IV access for the viscosity of whole blood, a Y-type administration set with a 170-micron filter, recipient blood-type verification, and a transfusion record — designed for scenarios where donors and recipients are managed by different providers.
Blood transfusion and IV access are invasive procedures performed only by appropriately trained and credentialed personnel operating under a physician-directed protocol and local medical authority. This page is a product overview, not a procedural how-to or a substitute for accredited clinical training.
Key Specifications
| Manufacturer | Safeguard Medical |
| SKU | 80-801-R |
| Weight | 6.1 oz |
| Packaged Dimensions | 9.5 in. L × 6.0 in. W × 2.0 in. H |
| Usage | Single-use, sterile field transfusion |
| Primary Application | Fresh Whole Blood (FWB) recipient / administration |
| Pairs With | Donor Set 80-801-D, or full Transfusion Set 80-801 |
Kit Contents
- Constricting Band (latex-free) — 1
- Gauze Sponge, 4″ × 4″ — 2
- Safety IV Catheter 16g × 1.25″ — 1
- Safety IV Catheter 18g × 1.25″ — 1
- IV Set “Y”-Type with Filter — 1
- Surgical Tape — 1
- Clear IV Dressing — 1
- ABO/Rh Screen (EldonCard) — 1
- Gloves (pair) — 1
- Alcohol Pads — 2
- Chlorhexidine Swab — 1
- Permanent Marker — 1
- SF 518 (Blood Transfusion Record) — 1
- Instructions for Use — 1
What It Is
The recipient half of a fresh whole blood transfusion has its own supply requirements: large-bore IV access to accommodate the viscosity of whole blood, a Y-type administration set with a 170-micron filter to remove clots and debris, and recipient blood-type verification. This set consolidates those items into a compact 6.1 oz package — 38% lighter than the full transfusion set — for activations where donors and recipients are handled by separate providers.
Both a 16g and an 18g safety IV catheter are included to suit variable access conditions; 16g access optimizes flow for the higher viscosity of whole blood relative to crystalloids. The Y-type set’s integral filter guards against microaggregate infusion and provides dual-port access for volume titration, and the recipient EldonCard allows blood-type confirmation even in an unconscious patient.
The SF 518 Blood Transfusion Record satisfies tactical and medical-legal chain-of-custody requirements — donor/recipient typing, time of transfusion, volume administered, and any adverse reactions — and transfers with the casualty during CASEVAC/MEDEVAC for continuity of care at higher echelons.
Pairing With the Donor Set
The 80-801-R pairs operationally with the Fresh Whole Blood Donor Set (80-801-D): in a two-provider walking blood bank activation, one provider manages the donor draw with the 80-801-D while a second establishes recipient IV access and the Y-type administration set with the 80-801-R. Units preferring a single-package solution should select the complete Fresh Whole Blood Transfusion Set (80-801), which combines both halves.
Fresh Whole Blood Donor Set | IV/IO & Blood Transfusion
Who Uses the Fresh Whole Blood Recipient Set (80-801-R)
- Recipient-side provider in two-person FWB teams — dedicated recipient kit when donor and recipient roles are split between two medics
- Role 1/2 trauma teams resupplying recipient capability only — units that maintain separate donor and recipient inventory for independent stock rotation
- LTOWB administration from cold-stored whole blood (CSWB) — recipient set provides IV access, filtered administration set, and ABO/Rh verification for CSWB administration without the donor components
- Trauma centers with in-house blood banking — recipient administration components for institutions that source blood from their own bank rather than field walking blood banks
- NSN resupply of recipient side only — units that consume recipient sets at higher rates than donor sets can resupply independently
- Training programs — recipient set used for IV access and blood administration skills training without expending donor-side components
Fresh Whole Blood Recipient Set vs. 80-801 Complete Set
- Components — Recipient Set (80-801-R) contains IV catheters, Y-type filtered administration set, EldonCard, and documentation; Complete Set (80-801) adds all donor-side components
- Weight & size — 80-801-R: 6.1 oz, 9.5″ L × 6.0″ W × 2.0″ H; 80-801 complete: 18.5 oz, 14″ × 10.5″ × 2″
- Use case split — 80-801-R standalone for dedicated recipient providers or CSWB administration; 80-801 complete for providers managing the full process
- CSWB support — 80-801-R provides recipient administration capability for cold-stored whole blood without requiring unused donor components
- Stock management — separate donor and recipient inventory allows matching consumption rates; combined kits require equal resupply of both sides
- Best for — 80-801-R for dedicated recipient roles, CSWB administration, or programmatic inventory splitting; 80-801 for single-pack all-capability operations
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the gauge of the IV catheters included in the Fresh Whole Blood Recipient Set?
A: The Fresh Whole Blood Recipient Set includes two safety IV catheters: one 16-gauge × 1.25-inch and one 18-gauge × 1.25-inch. The 16-gauge catheter is the primary choice for blood administration — larger bore reduces flow resistance and allows adequate transfusion rates for hemorrhagic shock resuscitation. The 18-gauge provides a backup option when peripheral access is more challenging.
Q: Can the Fresh Whole Blood Recipient Set be used for CSWB (cold-stored whole blood) administration?
A: Yes. The Recipient Set (80-801-R) provides all components needed for IV access and filtered blood administration — IV catheters, Y-type filtered administration set, ABO/Rh EldonCard, and documentation — regardless of whether the blood was collected in the field (FWB) or pre-positioned from cold storage (CSWB). When administering CSWB, pair with a blood/fluid warmer such as the QinFlow Warrior EXTREME to warm the blood to physiologic temperature before infusion.
Q: Does the Fresh Whole Blood Recipient Set include ABO/Rh blood type verification?
A: Yes. The Recipient Set includes one EldonCard ABO/Rh Screen. This enables the recipient provider to independently verify the casualty's blood type before transfusion — providing a second safety check when paired with the donor-side EldonCard from the Donor Set. This two-point verification mitigates ABO-incompatibility risk in the absence of laboratory crossmatching.
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| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Weight | 6.1oz |
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