Definition:Medicinal products derived from living organisms, including vaccines, blood products, antibodies, and gene therapies. Extremely temperature-sensitive.
Temperature Requirements:: Typically +2°C to +8°C (some ultra-low temperature products require -20°C to -80°C)
Handling Considerations::
- Cannot be frozen (ice crystal damage)
- Continuous temperature monitoring required
- Qualified transport and storage
- Strict chain of custody
- Expiry based on temperature history
Related Terms:: Vaccine, Cold Chain, GDP, Temperature-Sensitive, Pharmaceutical Range