Question 1

why can't a person who has had a blood transfusion give blood for a year?

Accepted Answer

Disease prevention: Some times, though rarely, infections may be transmitted through transfusion.  Blood banks defer people who may have been exposed to infections for a year before being eligible to donate.  The deferal includes getting tatoo.

Question 2

why shouldn't an rh- woman who hasn't had children get an rh+ blood transfusion?

Accepted Answer

Sensitized: She'll make antibodies against D (the main Rh antigen) and these will cross the placenta and damage Junior if he/she is Rh positive. Generally, we don't give Rh-pos blood to Rh-neg people because they tend to destroy the transfused cells anyway, and who needs that?

Question 3

my baby might need a blood transfusion but im a jehovahs witness. i dont know what to do.?

Accepted Answer

Call the JW: In our hospital we have a good relationship with jehovah's witnesses.  They have specially trained people that will advise you about blood transfusion and the ways that you can sometimes get around having to have a blood transfusion.  These specialists will work with your doctor or hospital so that you and they are informed.  I would rely on your specialists in your faith.

Question 4

how safe is a blood transfusion?

Accepted Answer

Very safe: Blood donors are screened for diseases and medications. Blood products are screened for infectios agents, bacteria, viruses and parasites. Blood banks store blood for a limited period of time only.

Question 5

how can blood transfusion help in :-?

Accepted Answer

Decreased oxygen lev: This is a clinical decision since patients with symptoms of hypoxemia (low oxygen) most likely will not improve until their oxygen carrying capacity (red blood cells and hemoglobin) are increased to support the normal function of the body.
In cases of acute bleeding of 2 or more liters of blood, the patient most likely will need a transfusion (our body has 4-6 liters of blood or 10 pints).

Question 6

how often do i need a blood transfusion

Accepted Answer

It deoends: It depends what you need for? For example some people need it because they are bleeding  from some were, if the bleeding continues they have to  give blood transfusion tell the bleeding stop and your blood level get high enough to support your system. That could one time or 10 times.

Question 7

how does a white blood transfusion work?

Accepted Answer

Rare: It is rare to have a white blood cell transfusion. White blood cells only live in the blood stream for a few hours and transfusions of white blood cells are more likely to cause fever.  If you have low white blood cells, you are usually given a medication that stimulates production of white blood cells by your bone marrow.

Question 8

how do i prepare for a blood transfusion?

Accepted Answer

Recently eaten: Make sure you don't have an infection currently and eat as normal.  Don't go in starving; otherwise, you may faint.  There are other medical issues that could preclude you from donating but this will be discussed with you at the pre-donation screening interview.

Question 9

what are risks now from blood transfusion?

Accepted Answer

Depends on lifestyle: The risk of aquiring an infection depends on the donor's health condition, and what behaviors he/she engaged in.  This is why people are screened before they donate blood.  They are checked for temperature, amount of iron, asked questions about general health, and have blood pressure taken.  The blood is even screened after donation for things like hiv.  Anyone with higher risk cannot donate.

Question 10

which illnesses require blood transfusion?

Accepted Answer

Need of blood: Blood transfusions are required when a patient's body can't maintain adequate oxygenation for tissues due to decreased red blood cells. Usually if hemoglobin levels are below 6 g/dl and there are symptoms of anemia or active bleeding, a transfusion maybe required in order to save his or her life.

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