The information contained in the position paper is neither exhaustive nor exclusive to all circumstances or individuals. The position paper should not be relied upon as independent basis for care, but resources available to members and the general public. Each facility and/or individual referring to these materials should analyze the information, practices, and procedures outlined therein to determine their acceptability for use in the context of their own obligations and within their own facility's standards and procedures. Neither the American Society for Apheresis nor any of its members or supporters makes any representation or warranty concerning this information or its completeness, accuracy, or timeliness.