When that happens, it is called an autologousblood transfusion.
Other times, people concerned aboutblood transfusion risksmay opt for this.
Cell salvage transfusions can also be done in an emergency.
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An autologous donation may also be suggested to relieve pressure on the community’s blood supply.
These donations can be used along with allogeneic donations (those from other people).
This includes hemolytic transfusion reactions in which the immune system attacks and destroys donated blood cells.
Your surgeon may bring up this possibility if your health history warrants it.
The choice to proceed with an autologous donation/transfusion, however, is ultimately a personal one.
you’re able to also request an autologous transfusion if you are worried about bloodborne infections likehepatitis CorHIV.
If you’re still concerned, donating and receiving your own blood can put your mind at ease.
These include:
Preoperative autologous donations from pregnant people are also not recommended unless the benefits outweigh the risks.
Salvaged blood syndrome can lead to severe lung injury andacute renal failurewhen the lungs or kidneys are involved.
This is when reduced blood flow damages body tissues.
It can even cause a heart attack in people with underlying heart disease.
There are no age or weight limits to an autologous transfusion.
However, you should weigh the benefits and risks carefully before proceeding.
Autologous donations require a signed doctor’s order and are done by appointment.
Upon arrival, a brief medical history is taken.
The maximum donation is calculated at 10 milliliters per kilograms of body weight (mL/kg).
This allows time for your blood volume to return to normal.
Blood can be refrigerated for no more than 42 days.
After that time period, the blood bank will dispose of it.
Blood donations are generally considered safe.
However, people with certain medical conditions are not good candidates for autologous blood donation.
These include people with certain heart conditions and seizure disorders.
Discuss the risks and benefits of an autologous blood transfusion with your surgeon.
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