PBL 7 - blood and blood transfusion - READ NOTES Flashcards
1
Q
what is the route of blood transfusion from the donor to the patient?
A
donor -> NHS blood and transplant -> hospital blood bank -> ward area -> patient
2
Q
what Hb levels do men and women need to have before donating?
A
men: > 135g/l
women > 125g/l
3
Q
what is required before blood can be given to a patient?
A
positive patient identification
4
Q
why do red cells go to the bottom when centrifuged?
A
most dense
