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red blood cells have protein embedded in their membranes.
people make antibodies against these proteins - except the ones they already have.
thus, a doners and a recipients blood "type" must match.
There's more ... but it'll start you off.
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What risks for a recipient in a blood transfusion are there?
The blood given by transfusion must be matched with the recipient's blood type. Incompatible blood types can cause a serious adverse reaction (transfusion reaction). Blood is introduced slowly by gravity flow directly into the veins
Why is blood type checked before a tranfusion?
Blood types must be matched specifically except of the case of O neg. which I have.
Can a dog get a blood transfusion from cats blood?
This belief is common enough that I've heard it before, but in fact it's generally a very bad idea to attempt to transfuse blood across species. Cats have three blood types (A, B, and AB)... they don't have anything like the human "Universal Donor" O type, so transfusions for cats must be cross-matched.
What precaution should be taken during blood transfusion?
no air bubble must get in
Why must blood be matched before a blood transfustion?
you have a certain blood type, and if you get a bloodtype that doesn't math yours or is able to cooperate with yours you body could reject it and it could make you sick. ~Rae
What are the hazards of incompatible blood transfusion?
Risks associated with autologous blood transfusion include transfusion reaction if an allogeneic blood transfusion was inadvertently given and transmission of infectious agents if the blood became contaminated.
Do blood types have to be matched before blood can be transfused?
Yes, blood must be transfused into a body with the same blood type. If blood is transfused into a body with a differing blood type , the body may become ill and fight to kill the differing DNA.
What is blood type exactly?
Blood type is the composition of your blood. Every blood type is different. In order for your body to accept blood in a transfusion, you must receive the blood that is compatible with you.
Can blood be drawn during transfusion?
No, you must wait and either have the nurse cancel the test and re-order it later or post-pone the test until the transfusion is complete.
What preparation must a patient make before a mastectomy?
Routine preoperative preparations, such as not eating or drinking the night before surgery, typically are ordered for a mastectomy. The patient also may be asked to donate blood in case a blood transfusion is required during surgery.
What determines the type of blood that a person can receive in transfusion?
First you must have a type and screen which determines your blood type. Then the blood get cross-matched to see if it is a good fit. There are many factors that must be considered before a person receives blood. Of course in a trauma situation where there is no time to type, screen and cross match patients always receive Type O negative blood as this is the "Universal Donor."
If your friend with type O plus blood needs a blood transfusion can your type A plus blood be given safely to him?
No. O types must receive blood from other O types.
