Care of the patient with a blood or lymphatic disorder: Approximately how much blood is stored in the spleen that can be released in a hypovolemic emergency?

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Approximately how much blood is stored in the spleen that can be released in a hypovolemic emergency?

Rafael Del Rio · Accepted Answer

500ml's (Spleen stores 1 pint of blood, 500ml's, which can be released during emergencies)

Approximately how much blood is stored in the spleen that can be released in a hypovolemic emergency?