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Plasma

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The liquid part of the blood and lymphatic fluid, which makes up about half of its volume.

Plasma is devoid of cells and, unlike serum, has not clotted.

Blood plasma contains antibodies and other proteins.

It is taken from donors and made into medications for a variety of blood-related conditions.

Some blood plasma is also used in non-medical products

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