Thread: blood rejection
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Old Thu Jul 22, 2010, 11:41 AM
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It is difficult to answer because I am not certain you mean rejection or some form of antibody incompatibility. Typically those who receive multiple transfusions, as well as those who have been pregnant, can produce antibodies to the red cell antigens ( foreign) from a donor. Because state and federal requirements govern pre-transfusion testing, these incompatibilities are usually picked up at the time of testing, but there may be some situations where there is a anamnestic response. These can be minor or severe.
The fact that you may have some urticaria or hives does not qualify as a significant reaction, but is stilll considered an adverse event. If this happens, you can be assured your MD will administer Benadryl or steroids prior to your next transfusion. Adverse events run the gammit of hives to renal failure and sometimes even death, but you can rest assured that there are medical professionals who test your blood prior to the actual transfusion. You must be an informed patient. Speak to your doctor. A patient has a right to make infomed decisions. You must receive the risks, benefits and alternatives to your treatment, so you can make the best choice for you and you must be given the opportunity to ask questions. Donor units are tested from a myriad of diseases, but although safe, there are always new diseases, bacteria, parasites and viruses on the horizon.
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