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Decrease and rapid recovery of protein C after plasma exchange.

P M Mannucci, A D'Angelo, S Viganò

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    |March 1, 1986
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    Plasma exchange (PE) reduces protein C (PC) levels proportionally to the exchanged plasma volume. However, PC levels recover within 24 hours, suggesting transient hemostatic imbalance during PE treatments.

    Area of Science:

    • Hematology
    • Immunology
    • Clinical Biochemistry

    Background:

    • Protein C (PC) is a crucial anticoagulant protein.
    • Plasma exchange (PE) is a therapeutic procedure involving plasma volume replacement.
    • The impact of PE on PC levels requires detailed investigation.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To quantify the reduction in protein C levels following plasma exchange.
    • To assess the correlation between plasma volume exchanged and PC level decrease.
    • To evaluate the recovery kinetics of protein C post-plasma exchange.

    Main Methods:

    • Measurement of protein C activity and antigen in 26 patients undergoing plasma exchange.
    • Serial sampling up to 24 hours post-exchange to assess PC recovery.

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  • Comparison of PC levels after 50% and 86% plasma volume exchanges.

    • Main Results:

    • Protein C levels decreased to approximately 50% of normal after 50% plasma volume exchange.
    • PC reduction was proportional to the volume of plasma exchanged.
    • PC levels returned to pre-exchange levels within 24 hours post-procedure.

    Conclusions:

    • Plasma exchange leads to a predictable, volume-dependent decrease in protein C.
    • The hemostatic imbalance caused by reduced PC during PE is transient.
    • PC levels normalize rapidly, mitigating long-term hemostatic concerns post-PE.