Thromb Haemost 2003; 90(06): 968-970
DOI: 10.1055/s-0037-1613421
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Potency assessment of the new generation of coagulation factor concentrates – time for a new paradigm?

Albert Farrugia
1   Blood and Tissues Unit, Office of Devices, Blood and Tissues, Australian Therapeutic Goods Administration, Australia
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Received 16. September 2003

Accepted after revision 25. September 2003

Publikationsdatum:
09. Dezember 2017 (online)

 

 
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