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In order to achieve a safe blood transfusion blood typing and sometimes crossmatching of the donor and recipient patient is required. Transfusion of the incorrect blood type can lead to haemolytic transfusion reactions which can be fatal.
In order to achieve a safe blood transfusion blood typing and sometimes crossmatching of the donor and recipient patient is required. Transfusion of the incorrect blood type can lead to haemolytic transfusion reactions which can be fatal.
Initial collection of blood gives fresh whole blood. Generally this is the product most frequently used however different blood products [[Add link when made to blood products| ]] are available and are frequently used in referral practices.
Whole blood can be stored or separated into packed red blood cells, plasma, or platelet rich plasma concentrates.
Giving blood components is advantageous as it reduces the number of transfusion reactions and also allows specific replacement therapy.
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