Artificial venous blood concentrate Laerdal is a synthetic solution that imitates the colour and viscosity of natural venous blood. The set contains 250 ml of concentrate. Once diluted, it makes 2.5 litres of artificial blood.
The artificial venous blood is intended for three products: the Clean Bleed Mat, the PPH module in SimMom and the Surgical Female Pelvic Trainer Mk 2. It is therefore not a fluid for just any trainer, but a supplement for the models listed.
Set contents: a plastic container for artificial blood with a capacity of 2.5 l and artificial blood concentrate with a volume of 250 ml. The plastic container for artificial blood is reusable. The shelf life is 5 years. Artificial venous blood concentrate Laerdal comes in a set with a plastic container with a capacity of 2.5 l.
Why use artificial venous blood concentrate Laerdal with bleeding trainers?
Practising bleeding control is more realistic when the fluid that flows out resembles blood. The manufacturer describes a solution that imitates its colour and viscosity. Artificial venous blood concentrate Laerdal is prepared from a concentrate, so the 250 ml set makes 2.5 litres of blood once diluted in the container supplied.
The set has a clearly defined use: the Clean Bleed Mat, the PPH module in SimMom and the Surgical Female Pelvic Trainer Mk 2. Before buying, check whether your trainer is on this list. A shelf life of 5 years makes it easier to plan consumption.
Practical use of artificial blood in training
Use the artificial blood only in the products listed above. Before practising, check the shelf life (5 years).
Artificial blood is used to practise responding to bleeding realistically. The procedure stays the same: safety first, calling for help on 999 or 112, direct pressure for massive bleeding, and a tourniquet when bleeding from a limb is life-threatening. You will find details in the article Massive haemorrhage – first aid.
Frequently asked questions (FAQ)
Which products is this artificial blood intended for?
For the Clean Bleed Mat, the PPH module in SimMom and the Surgical Female Pelvic Trainer Mk 2.
How much artificial blood does one set make?
The set contains 250 ml of concentrate, which makes 2.5 litres of artificial blood once diluted.
What is included in the set?
A plastic container for artificial blood with a capacity of 2.5 l and artificial blood concentrate with a volume of 250 ml.
How long can the concentrate be used?
The shelf life is 5 years.
