The Cell Saver Elite+ System is an advanced autotransfusion platform designed to be an intuitive and flexible way to recover a patient’s own blood during surgeries with medium to high blood loss. It is used in cardiac, orthopedic, trauma, transplant, vascular, and OBGYN procedures. The system features a user-friendly full-color touchscreen with a status indicator light and a fast, easy setup with a one-piece disposable cartridge. It includes a pre-programmed fat reduction protocol that provides >99% fat reduction. The complete system has a small footprint, is lightweight for easy transport between operating rooms, and is designed for optimal performance with no annual preventative maintenance required under typical conditions.