Blood Transfusion

Blood transfusion is a medical treatment to replace blood or portions of the blood lost through injury, surgery, or disease. During a transfusion, people normally receive only the parts of blood needed to treat their conditions. Whole blood is now rarely given as a transfusion. Blood for transfusions may come from…

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Medical review: Adam Husney MD, E. Gregory Thompson MD, Martin J. Gabica MD

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Blood Transfusion

Blood transfusion is a medical treatment to replace blood or portions of the blood lost through injury, surgery, or disease.

During a transfusion, people normally receive only the parts of blood needed to treat their conditions. Whole blood is now rarely given as a transfusion.

Blood for transfusions may come from anonymous donors, or a person can bank his or her own blood in preparation for surgery.

This information does not replace the advice of a doctor. Healthwise, Incorporated, disclaims any warranty or liability for your use of this information. Your use of this information means that you agree to the Terms of Use. Learn how we develop our content.