Blood Products in Veterinary Medicine

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Which of the following is an indication for using blood products in veterinary medicine?

Hypertension

Anaemia (correct)

Arthritis

Diabetes

What can happen if blood products from another animal are given to an animal?

Increased platelet count

Reduced risk of infection

Improved immune response

Anaphylactic responses (correct)

Which blood product is commonly used in equine practice?

Platelet rich plasma (correct)

Packed red blood cells

Fresh whole blood

Stored whole blood

What is the recommended storage temperature for fresh frozen plasma?

-20 to -40°C Signup and view all the answers

Which blood product is indicated for TCP with life-threatening bleeding?

Platelet rich plasma Signup and view all the answers

What is the storage duration for cryoprecipitate?

1 year Signup and view all the answers

Which blood product is indicated for hypoproteinaemia and coagulation factor deficiencies?

Fresh frozen plasma Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended storage temperature for stored plasma?

-20 to -40°C Signup and view all the answers

Which blood product is indicated for hypoproteinaemia and some coagulopathies?

Cryo-poor plasma Signup and view all the answers

Which blood product is indicated for haemophilia A(B) and hypofibrinogenaemia?

Cryoprecipitate Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following animals must be cross-matched every time before receiving a blood transfusion?

Cats Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended volume of blood to be given per kilogram for dogs with a PCV greater than 40%?

20 ml/kg Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended volume of blood to be given per kilogram for cats, sheep, and goats with a PCV greater than 30%?

10 ml/kg Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended rate of infusion for dogs with cardiac failure?

4 ml/kg/hr Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended duration for completing the infusion of a blood bag?

4 hours Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following adverse effects can be fatal during a blood transfusion?

Haemolysis Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended dose of Diphenhydramine for managing transfusion reactions?

2-4 mg/kg Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following animals should always be cross-matched before receiving a blood transfusion?

Dogs Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended starting rate of infusion for a blood transfusion?

1-3 ml over 5-10 minutes Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of using a blood giving set during a blood transfusion?

To remove microthrombi Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a sign that can help determine the need for a blood transfusion in animals?

Blood glucose level Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of Fresh Frozen Plasma (FFP) in veterinary medicine?

To prevent coagulopathies Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a potential indication for using Oxyglobin in veterinary practice?

Hypoproteinaemia Signup and view all the answers

What is the main advantage of autotransfusion in veterinary medicine?

It prevents premature RBC death Signup and view all the answers

Which blood group is considered the most important in dogs?

DEA 1.1 Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of DEA 1.1 blood group in dogs?

It is associated with severe transfusion reactions Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements about blood typing in cats is true?

Naturally occurring alloantibodies can lead to severe antibody reactions Signup and view all the answers

Which blood group is considered the 'universal donor' in horses?

AaQa-negative Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important to crossmatch blood in horses within the first 7 days?

Horses destroy other red cells very fast Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a potential risk associated with using human products in veterinary medicine?

Severe IM diseases Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is not an indication for using Blood products in veterinary medicine

Hypertension Signup and view all the answers