Some donor centers have implemented the practice of diverting the first few milliliters of blood collected into a pouch attached to the collection bag.The purpose of this procedure is to:
A)reduce leukocyte contamination.
B)prepare pedipacks for neonates.
C)avoid bacterial contamination.
D)collect blood for viral testing.

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Bacterial contamination of blood units from the phlebotomy procedure can be avoided by diverting the first couple of milliliters of blood collected into a pouch.

Some Donor Centers Have Implemented the Practice of Diverting the First