A general method for concentrating blood samples in preparation for counting very low numbers of white cells.

abstract：:We report here the results of our evaluation of two procedures to eliminate viruses in factor VIII and factor IX coagulation factor concentrates. Both procedures were equally effective in the in vitro destruction of marker viruses. However, in a controlled infectivity test in chimpanzees, treatment at 60 degrees C for...

journal_title：Transfusion

authors： Heldebrant CM,Gomperts ED,Kasper CK,McDougal JS,Friedman AE,Hwang DS,Muchmore E,Jordan S,Miller R,Sergis-Davenport E

更新日期：1985-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Japanese encephalitis virus (JEV) is endemic to tropical areas in Asia and the Western Pacific. It can cause fatal encephalitis, although most infected individuals are asymptomatic. JEV is mainly transmitted to humans through the bite of an infected mosquito, but can also be transmitted through blood transfusion. To m...

journal_title：Transfusion

authors： Rustanti L,Hobson-Peters J,Colmant AMG,Hall RA,Young PR,Reichenberg S,Tolksdorf F,Sumian C,Gravemann U,Seltsam A,Marks DC,Faddy HM

更新日期：2020-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Human infections with simian foamy viruses (SFVs) have been reported after occupational and nonoccupational exposure to infected animals and their tissues, blood, and body fluids, although there is no evidence for human-to-human transmission. We previously demonstrated SFV transmission in monkeys by blood tr...

journal_title：Transfusion

authors： Williams DK,Khan AS

更新日期：2010-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：:With the advent of remote damage control resuscitation and far-forward surgery, a renewed emphasis has been placed on examining a variety of pharmacologic adjuncts to controlling blood loss before definitive operative intervention. In this paper, the authors review the current state of the art for tranexamic acid (TXA...

journal_title：Transfusion

authors： Rappold JF,Pusateri AE

更新日期：2013-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Transfusion safety rests heavily on the health of blood donors. Although they are perceived as being healthier than average, little is known about their long-term disease patterns and to which extent the blood banks' continuous efforts to optimize donor selection has resulted in improvements. Mortality and c...

journal_title：Transfusion

authors： Edgren G,Tran TN,Hjalgrim H,Rostgaard K,Shanwell A,Titlestad K,Wikman A,Norda R,Jersild C,Wideroff L,Gridley G,Adami J,Melbye M,Nyrén O,Reilly M

更新日期：2007-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Washing of red blood cell concentrates (RCCs) is required for potassium-sensitive transfusion recipients, including neonates in need of large-volume transfusions. When open, nonsterile washing systems are used, postwash outdate time is limited to 24 hours, often leading to problems providing the component to...

journal_title：Transfusion

authors： Hansen A,Yi QL,Acker JP

更新日期：2013-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:This randomized controlled study was undertaken to determine the effect of recombinant human erythropoietin (rHuEPO) on erythropoiesis, autologous blood collection, and allogeneic transfusion risk in elective surgery patients with low baseline hematocrits. STUDY DESIGN AND METHODS:Patients (n = 204) with lo...

journal_title：Transfusion

authors： Price TH,Goodnough LT,Vogler WR,Sacher RA,Hellman RM,Johnston MF,Bolgiano DC,Abels RI

更新日期：1996-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Storage age of red blood cells (RBCs) has been reported to be associated with increased mortality and morbidity. During storage, RBCs undergo changes in biochemical and functional properties. Stored RBCs may also contain white blood cells (WBCs), activated platelets (PLTs), cytokines, immunoglobulin, and oth...

journal_title：Transfusion

authors： Sowemimo-Coker SO

更新日期：2014-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:We set out to define the impact of collection, processing, and storage on plasma product microparticle (MP) abundance, potential for nitric oxide (NO) scavenging, and vasoactivity. STUDY DESIGN AND METHODS:Three currently US licensed products were tested: liquid plasma (LP), fresh frozen plasma (FFP), and s...

journal_title：Transfusion

authors： Rogers SC,Moynihan FT 4th,McDonough R,Timm DD,Hovmand-Warner E,Frazier E,Thomas KA,Spinella PC,Doctor A

更新日期：2019-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A patient who had a previous anaphylactoid reaction to albumin required plasma exchange for myasthenia gravis. She was rechallenged with albumin from a different manufacturer after premedication with diphenhydramine. No adverse reaction occurred during five exchanges over a 10-day period. Possible pathogenic mechanism...

journal_title：Transfusion

authors： Edelman BB,Straughn MA,Getz P,Schwartz E

更新日期：1985-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Mild-to-profound anemia, thrombocytopenia, and rarely neutropenia have been observed in patients with the acquired immune deficiency syndrome (AIDS). To investigate a possible immune mechanism, blood samples from 28 hospitalized AIDS patients, four asymptomatic homosexual men, four homosexual men with the AIDS-related...

journal_title：Transfusion

authors： McGinniss MH,Macher AM,Rook AH,Alter HJ

更新日期：1986-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Red blood cells stored in saline solution for two weeks at 12 C lose some of their Fya, Fyb, and Fy3 antigenicity. At the same time substances with specific inhibitory activity against appropriate Duffy antibodies appear in the saline. Similar changes could not be recognized in time-expired commercial reagent red bloo...

journal_title：Transfusion

authors： Williams D,Johnson CL,Marsh WL

更新日期：1981-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Studies have shown that packed blood cells (PBCs) stored in AS-1 (Adsol, Baxter) and AS-3 (Nutricel, Medsep Corp.) accumulate proinflammatory substances, which may contribute to increased complications from allogeneic blood transfusion. This study assessed whether supernates from PBCs stored in AS-5 (Optisol...

journal_title：Transfusion

authors： McFaul SJ,Corley JB,Mester CW,Nath J

更新日期：2009-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Transplant-associated thrombotic microangiopathy (TA-TMA) is a multifactorial disorder, which occurs as a result of treatment-related endothelial injury and underlying disease process after hematopoietic stem cell transplantation (HSCT). The reported incidence of TA-TMA after HSCT is 0% to 74% and has shown ...

journal_title：Transfusion

authors： Kim SS,Patel M,Yum K,Keyzner A

更新日期：2015-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:An influx of African migrants and refugees can strain a host country's blood services, because often migrants have unique blood needs that cannot be sourced from local donors. To increase blood donation by the new migrants, host country blood services need to understand how blood and blood donations are view...

journal_title：Transfusion

authors： Polonsky MJ,Renzaho AM,Brijnath B

更新日期：2011-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Iron overload is a common complication of patients with β-thalassemia major (TM). Despite the availability of three iron chelators, deferoxamine (DFO), deferiprone (DFP), and deferasirox (DFX), some patients fail to respond adequately to monotherapy with any of them. We report a case of TM who had refractory...

journal_title：Transfusion

authors： Voskaridou E,Komninaka V,Karavas A,Terpos E,Akianidis V,Christoulas D

更新日期：2014-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The experience of unpleasant blood donation reactions (e.g., dizziness, nausea, and fainting) has been linked to negative attitudes about donation and decreased likelihood of repeat donation. Consequently, interventions to reduce the adverse effects of blood donation are important and likely to increase dono...

journal_title：Transfusion

authors： Hanson SA,France CR

更新日期：2009-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Whole blood donors may experience post-donation symptoms such as fatigue, dizziness, or headache after blood donation, which could influence donor retention. We aimed to examine post-donation symptoms during 1 week after whole blood donation, investigate donor characteristics associated with symptoms, and ev...

journal_title：Transfusion

authors： Sweegers MG,Twisk JWR,Quee FA,Ferguson E,van den Hurk K

更新日期：2021-01-23 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:In the pandemic, testing for severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) by real-time polymerase chain reaction is one of the pillars on which countermeasures are based. Factors limiting the output of laboratories interfere with the effectiveness of public health measures. Conserving reagent...

journal_title：Transfusion

authors： Schmidt M,Hoehl S,Berger A,Zeichhardt H,Hourfar K,Ciesek S,Seifried E

更新日期：2020-07-06 00:00:00

abstract：:Removal of white cells (WBCs) from platelets may reduce alloimmunization to WBC antigens, prevent febrile reactions, and improve platelet increments in multiply transfused patients receiving HLA-matched platelets. A new surface-modified fibrous polyester filter was evaluated; it requires no special processing of poole...

journal_title：Transfusion

authors： Kickler TS,Bell W,Drew H,Pall D

更新日期：1989-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:There is little evidence to guide management of patients with acute leukemia and intracranial hemorrhage (ICH). Predictors of long-term outcome following ICH are unknown. STUDY DESIGN AND METHODS:This study included adult patients with acute leukemia and ICH over an 8-year period. The primary outcome was da...

journal_title：Transfusion

authors： Nixon S,Lieberman L,Atenafu EG,Doherty M,Murray C,Wolfe A,Brandys D,Rowland S,Kwan BY,Yu E,Lechner B,Maze D

更新日期：2020-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The In(Lu) gene, which inhibits the expression of Lutheran blood group antigens by red cells (RBCs), also down-regulates the expression of an 80-kD glycoprotein, In(Lu)-related p80, by both RBCs and a subset of white cells. This study examined the expression of multiple-RBC p80 epitopes by autosomal and X-linked reces...

journal_title：Transfusion

authors： Telen MJ,Green AM

更新日期：1988-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The ability to store platelets beyond 24 hours requires a functionally closed system. This study tested the ability of a cell separator bowl seal system to resist penetration of microbial contamination under normal running conditions and under extreme environmental stress. Three test organisms, Micrococcus luteus, Ser...

journal_title：Transfusion

authors： Jacobson MS,Kevy SV,Thorne GM,Goldmann DA,Blasetti L,Smith JW,Schaefer H

更新日期：1990-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:When bacteria are found, after a platelet transfusion, in the recipient's blood as well as in the platelet concentrate (PC), a causal relationship is normally suspected, with the PC as the causative agent. The other alternative, that the patient has bacteremia and contaminated the PC, is less well documented...

journal_title：Transfusion

authors： Engstrand M,Engstrand L,Högman CF,Hambraeus A,Branth S

更新日期：1995-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Knowledge of neonatal transfusion practices remains limited to local cohorts or survey-based studies. This study evaluated the pattern and temporal changes in the types and frequency of blood product use among preterm neonates born at less than 30 weeks' gestation in Canada. STUDY DESIGN AND METHODS:A retro...

journal_title：Transfusion

authors： Keir AK,Yang J,Harrison A,Pelausa E,Shah PS,Canadian Neonatal Network.

更新日期：2015-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Immune thrombocytopenic purpura and secondary thrombocytopenia patients treated with Rh(o)(D) immune globulin intravenous (human; anti-D IGIV) have experienced acute hemolysis, which is inconsistent with the typical presentation of extravascular hemolysis -- the presumed mechanism of action of anti-D IGIV. A...

journal_title：Transfusion

authors： Gaines AR,Lee-Stroka H,Byrne K,Scott DE,Uhl L,Lazarus E,Stroncek DF

更新日期：2009-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:In transfusion medicine, frozen red blood cells (RBCs) are an alternative for liquid-stored RBCs. Little is known about the rheologic properties (i.e., aggregability and deformability) of thawed RBCs. In this study the rheologic properties of high-glycerol frozen RBCs and postthaw stored in saline-adenine-gl...

journal_title：Transfusion

authors： Henkelman S,Lagerberg JW,Graaff R,Rakhorst G,Van Oeveren W

更新日期：2010-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:To prevent donor loss and improve retention, it is important to understand the major deterrents to blood donation and to identify factors that can be effectively addressed by blood centers. STUDY DESIGN AND METHODS:A 30-item self-administered questionnaire was completed in 2003 by 1705 first-time and 2437 r...

journal_title：Transfusion

authors： Schreiber GB,Schlumpf KS,Glynn SA,Wright DJ,Tu Y,King MR,Higgins MJ,Kessler D,Gilcher R,Nass CC,Guiltinan AM,National Heart, Lung, Blood Institute Retrovirus Epidemiology Donor Study.

更新日期：2006-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The FcgammaRIIA gene is expressed in two polymorphic forms, R131 and H131, which differ by the replacement of histidine by arginine at position 131. The FCGR3B (FcgammaRIIIB) gene exists in two allelic isoforms, known as FCGR3B1 (FcgammaRIIIB-NA1) and FCGR3B2 (FcgammaRIIIB-NA2), which differ in nucleotides 1...

journal_title：Transfusion

authors： Kuwano ST,Bordin JO,Chiba AK,Mello AB,Figueiredo MS,Vieira-Filho JP,Fabron A Jr,Kerbauy J

更新日期：2000-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Blood conservation strategies have been shown to be effective in decreasing red blood cell (RBC) utilization in specific patient groups. However, few data exist describing the extent of RBC transfusion reduction or their impact on transfusion practice and mortality in a diverse inpatient population. STUDY D...

journal_title：Transfusion

authors： Roubinian NH,Escobar GJ,Liu V,Swain BE,Gardner MN,Kipnis P,Triulzi DJ,Gottschall JL,Wu Y,Carson JL,Kleinman SH,Murphy EL,NHLBI Recipient Epidemiology and Donor Evaluation Study (REDS-III).

更新日期：2014-10-01 00:00:00