Blood Transfusions Flashcards
1
Q
What is the lifespan of platelets?
A
10 days
2
Q
What is the lifespan of neutrophils?
A
4 days
3
Q
When should platelet transfusion be avoided?
A
Immune thrombocytopeni
-> autoimmune destruction
Thrombotic thromboctopenia purpura
Haemolytic uraemia syndrome
-> contributes to micro vascular occlusion in the brain and kidneys
4
Q
What does cryoprecipitate contain?
A
Made by thawing FFP overnight, contains fibrinogen, factor VIII and von Willebrand factor
It is generally used in patients with massive bleeding and low fibrinogen
5
Q
For immunocompromised patients receiving blood transfusion, how should the blood product be treated?
A
Irradiated
