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Since a patient with Type B blood has B antigens on their RBC's and since Type O blood has both anti-A and anti-B antibodies present in the blood plasma, the donor blood needs to be treated before transfusion. The Type O blood needs to be separated into packed cells and plasma, usually done by centrifuge, and only the packed cells should be used for the transfusion. Remember the anti-B antibodies are present in the Type O blood plasma and could cause serious damage in the system of a patient with Type B blood.

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What is the most common blood type in Europe and how does it impact blood donation efforts in the region?

The most common blood type in Europe is O positive. This impacts blood donation efforts because O positive blood can be transfused to patients with other blood types, making it in high demand for emergency situations. However, it also means that there is a greater need for donors with other blood types to ensure a sufficient supply for all patients.


Do you need to fast for B12 and folate blood test?

Fasting is generally not required for B12 and folate blood tests. These tests can be done at any time of the day without fasting.


What are differences between blood types?

Blood type A+ positive cand donate to people that have types A+ or AB+. They can receiver blood from Apos & neg, O pos & neg. Type O+ can give to O+ A+ B+ AB+ & only receive from O pos & neg Type B+ can give to B+ and AB+ and receive from B pos & neg; O pos & neg. Type AB+ can give only to AB+ and receive from EVERYONE A- (neg) can give to A pos & neg; AB pos & neg & receive from A neg & O neg. O- (neg) can give to EVERYONE and receive only O - (neg) B- (neg) can give to B pos & neg; AB pos & neg and receive from B- and O- AB- can give to only AB neg & pos and receive from AB-, A-, B-,O- **Type O blood is the universal blood type and is the only blood type that can be transfused to patients with other blood types **There is always a need for Type O donors because their blood may be transfused to a person of any blood type in an emergency


When you check Sirolimus levels do you need to be fasting?

No, they don't need to be fasting. However they need to be done before you've had your dosage of Sirolimus for the day (since taking Sirolimus on the day of the blood test, before the blood, test messes up the test).


Is there a high demand for the best blood type?

There is no specific "best" blood type. All blood types are important and needed in varying quantities depending on the population. However, O negative blood is considered a universal donor and is always in high demand due to its ability to be transfused to patients with any blood type in emergencies.

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Why do blood types need to match in a transplant?

Of course, the person dies if the blood transfused into him is incompatible with his system.


What if a b negative person is transfused with b positive blood?

If you have B-positive blood, you can get B-positive or B-negative blood. But if you have B-negative blood, you will need only get B-negative blood. B-negative blood is used for emergencies when there's no time to test a person's B type. I do not recommend transfusions at all. They have side effects and risk no matter what doctors are telling you. It has nothing to do with religion beliefs or something. Even, thought, I am religion. Anyway.. Here: The doctors can make a mistake and give you a risk of infections. For me, I had lost of blood when I were young -- between 10 to 14 years old -- I dont remember. I told mom that I refused this transfused and she agreed. See ? I am alive and well in 30's. No blood transfused need. All I need is rest plenty and eats lots as well as few sugars such as cookies and fruits. Its helped a lot. Hope it helps. Be wise! Dont listen to the doctors. There are many new viruses awaiting thanks to blood transfusions.. Its not natural!


How do you find out if your a blood type negative or blood type positive?

Almost 40% of the population has O+ bloodPatients with Type O blood must receive Type O bloodAbout half of all blood ordered by hospitals in our area is Type OType O blood is the universal blood type and is the only blood type that can be transfused to patients with other blood typesOnly about 7% of all people have Type O negative bloodType O negative blood is the preferred type for accident victims and babies needing exchange transfusionsThere is always a need for Type O donors because their blood may be transfused to a person of any blood type in an emergency


Who donate to group o negative?

People with O negative blood are often referred to as "universal donors" because their blood can be transfused to patients with any blood type. Therefore, anyone can donate O negative blood to individuals in need, regardless of their own blood type.


What is blood titer and why is it done?

A blood titer is a test that measures the concentration of specific antibodies in the blood. It is done to assess a person's immune response to a particular infection or vaccination. Blood titers can help determine if an individual has immunity to certain diseases or if they may need additional vaccines or booster shots.


What should be done if a noticeable clot is found in an RBC unit?

If a noticeable clot is found in a red blood cell (RBC) unit, the unit should not be transfused. It should be immediately reported to the blood bank or transfusion service for further evaluation. The unit may need to be discarded, and further investigation should be conducted to determine the cause of the clot, ensuring the safety of future blood products. Additionally, the patient should be monitored for any potential complications.


What is the importance of blood banks?

As to the importance of blood, blood banks were established to aid people in need of transfusion, people in state of blood loss', blood banks org. staff including medical laboratory scientist are the ones to secure proper handling, collection, storage and of course precise and accurate way of transfusing into the recipient.


Can o positive receive and donate blood to other groups?

First, you must define what you consider to be "blood". Whole blood is rarely used in modern transfusion medicine. Instead, whole blood is separated into components, primarily red cells, platelets, fresh frozen plasma and cryoprecipitate. Type O, Rh positive whole blood may be transfused to a type O, Rh positive recipient. Type O, Rh positive red cells may be transfused to any ABO, Rh positive recipient. Type O, Rh positive platelets may be transfused to any ABO, Rh positive recipient (plasma reduction may be done if the physician is concerned about incompatible plasma in the product). Type O Plasma may only be transfused to a type O recipient (Rh is of no concern). Type O Cryoprecipitate may be transfused to any ABO recipient (Rh is of no concern). In cases where Rh negative cellular components are not available, ABO compatible, Rh positive cellular products may be transfused to an Rh negative recipient IF.... 1) The patient does not have anti-D antibodies present in their plasma 2) The patient is not a female of child bearing age/capability 3) There is an emergent need for the blood products If Rh positive platelets are transfused to an Rh negative recipient, Rh Immune Globulin may be administered to prevent sensitization.


Why would a patient need IVT?

A patient would need Intravenous Therapy, if they could not take the medication by mouth, or if the medication was unavailable by mouth - such as a medication that needs to be continuously administered over several hours. Fluids, glucose, certain nutrients, and blood are other things that can be administered through IV.A patient would need an Intravenous Transfusion if, due too blood loss or disease, their blood count was extremely low. Blood is not necessarily transfused whole, so it depends upon which parts the patient needs: red blood cells, plasma, or platelets. The transfusion of white blood cells is rare.Blood loss includes external and internal injury, whether a severe laceration or a bleeding ulcer. Intravenous Transfusion often occurs during surgery, and sometimes occurs during treatment for cancer because of the affect chemotherapy has on the body.Anemia is often a cause for blood transfusion.Plasma is transfused to ensure that a person has the proper balance to clot blood properly, whether due to medication imbalance or disease, particularly in diseases where the transfusing of platelets is prohibited.


What is the most common blood type in Europe and how does it impact blood donation efforts in the region?

The most common blood type in Europe is O positive. This impacts blood donation efforts because O positive blood can be transfused to patients with other blood types, making it in high demand for emergency situations. However, it also means that there is a greater need for donors with other blood types to ensure a sufficient supply for all patients.


What happens if type A blood was transfused into a person with type B blood?

It would actually be very harmful, and considering the already weakened state of someone who is in need of a transfusion, they could die. This is because his or her immune system would consider the Type B blood as an invader, and would try kill it. The Type B blood would also contain immune system cells, which would think that the Type A blood was invading it, so the Type B blood would kill the Type A blood cells. Thus, not only would the person not receive any benefit, but they would lose even more of their blood cells.


What makes a person need hemoglobin?

low blood counts white and red blood cells