What is the major difference between fresh-frozen plasma (FFP) and cryoprecipitate (CPP)?

a. FFP contains more albumin.
b. FFP has a longer infusion time.
c. FFP contains no platelets.
d. FFP has a very high probability of causing an allergic reaction.


C
FFP contains no platelets.

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