Blood transfusions are the process of transferring a blood component (usually plasma or red blood cells) from one person (the donor) into the circulatory system of another person (the recipient) through an intravenous (IV) line. Whole blood is made up of blood components (plasma, red blood cells, white blood cells, and platelets), and whole-blood transfusions… Continue Reading
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Dangers With Blood Tranfusions
Posted in Medical MalpracticeThe New York Times recently reported on the potential dangers with receiving a blood transfusion with blood drawn and screened by the Red Cross. The Red Cross supplies 43% of the nations blood and handles blood from the actual donor draw to the time the donated blood is used. FDA reports have documented problems with… Continue Reading