How is the plasma separated from blood?

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How is the plasma separated from blood?

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May 22, 2022

How is the plasma separated from blood?

Separation of Plasma from blood: Blood is taken from an artery and an anticoagulant (a chemical that inhibits blood clotting) is mixed with it. After about 5 minutes, plasma separates from blood cells, which settle down.