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CMV Negative?
Initially my son was dx'ed as CMV Negative. His Pediatric Hematologist always ordered CMV Negative Blood Products for his transfusions. Now his New "Adult Medicine" Hematologist feels that it's unnecessary to order CMV Neg. Blood products for him since PRBC's are Irradiated. The blood bank told me that even though they are irradiated, they cannot guarantee CMV Negative unless they specifically test the blood product. I have requested that my son receive CMV Neg. Only, but his new doctor seems to think it's not necessary!!! I'm confused and feel like either this doctor is not with the program and not as knowledgeable of AA or am I overreacting? Any thoughts??
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06/2004 my son was dx with SAA at the age of 10. No sibling BM match. He underwent ATG (H)/CsA. Relapsed 05/12 & dx'ed w/PNH. Currently in wait/see mode for Solaris as he is asymptomatic... 
Last edited by NLJabbari : Sat Dec 15, 2012 at 02:43 AM.
Reason: I meant to type CMV for Cytomegelovirus, but typed MCV instead
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