GENERAL HISTOLOGY

Detailed explanation-1: -(blud tranz-FYOO-zhun) A procedure in which whole blood or parts of blood are put into a patient’s bloodstream through a vein. The blood may be donated by another person or it may have been taken from the patient and stored until needed. Also called transfusion.

Detailed explanation-2: -A blood transfusion provides blood or blood components if you’ve lost blood due to an injury, during surgery or have certain medical conditions that affect blood or its components. The blood typically comes from donors. Blood banks and healthcare providers ensure transfusions are a safe, low risk treatment.

Detailed explanation-3: -A blood transfusion generally refers to the transfer of one person’s blood to another person. It’s preferable for people to receive blood that matches their own blood type. However, in an emergency or in special circumstances, a person may be given blood of another type that their immune system will accept.

Detailed explanation-4: -Red Blood Cell Transfusions. Platelet Transfusions. Plasma Transfusions.