Blood Transfusion Flashcards
What is the blood safety and quality regulations (BSQR)
A uk statutory instrument that sets standards of quality and safety
What is a serious adverse event (SAE)
Any untoward occurrence associated with the collection, testing, processing, storage and distribution of blood that might lead to death or life threatening things
What is a serious adverse reaction (SAR)
A response to a donor or in a patient that is associated with the collection or transfusion of blood
What is the medicines and healthcare products regulatory agency (MHRA)
They monitor compliance with the regulations and carry out inspections of blood establishments
What is a red cell transfusion indicated for
To increase the oxygen delivering capacity of the blood
What is a platelet transfusion indicated for
The prevention and treatment of haemorrhage in patients with thrombocytopenia or platelet function defects
What is fresh frozen plasma indicated for
Replacement of coagulation factors
What is albumin used for
To increase blood volume and the protein in it acts as a colloid which helps prevent more fluid loss
