1st recommendations for pre-storage leukodepletion based on mechanistic hypotheses (minimise leukocyte antigen exposure, mitigation of storage lesion & potential reduction in infection risk (eg.vCJD).
Lapierre et al report new test using Sephadex gel in columns for serological testing resulting in the evolution of column agglutination technology (CAT).
Hepatitis C antibody testing of blood donations introduced in Australia (followed by New Zealand in 1992).
