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Originally Posted by DanL
Joesmith,
Have they tried using HLA matched and blood type matched platelets for your mother? The HLA typing takes a little longer to order from the blood banks, but usually those will stick when the others don't.
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Hello DanL - We have tried blood type matched platelets but in vain. Have not tried the HLA matched platelets yet but will discuss this with my doctor. We just got the latest CBC reports yesterday and the platelets are still at a dangerous low level of 4000 and ANC at about 170. The doctor does not want to give Neupogen right away and she will be reevaluated after 3 days for potential hospitalization given the risk of infections and bleeding. Thanks for sharing your insights.