3 Questions
What is a transfusion reaction?
A reaction that occurs when donor and recipient blood types are not compatible
What happens when antibodies attach to RBC bearing the antigen in a transfusion reaction?
The antibodies will be attached to another RBC which can block the small vessels
What can be the severity of a transfusion reaction?
From an asymptomatic minor rise in the plasma bilirubin level to severe jaundice and renal tubular damage leading to anuria and death
Study Notes
Test your knowledge on transfusion reactions with this informative quiz. Learn about the causes, symptoms, and treatment of this potentially life-threatening condition that occurs when donor and recipient blood types are incompatible. Use keywords like blood types, antibodies, agglutination, and phagocytosis to hook potential quiz-takers.
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