How many ml are there in 1 unit of blood?

The rest of it (51 mL) is the anticoagulant added to prevent clotting. A unit of blood is equivalent to approximately 1 pint or 450 milliliters, according to the Canadian Blood Services website. The average patient requires around 4.6 units of blood.

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