A pattern of 5-1-1 and c100-3 only on hepatitis C virus (HCV) recombinant immunoblot assay does not reflect HCV infection in blood donors.

abstract：BACKGROUND:Human herpesvirus 8 (HHV-8) is a gamma-herpesvirus that causes Kaposi's sarcoma. The prevalence of HHV-8 genomes in US blood donors has not been systemically studied. STUDY DESIGN AND METHODS:A sensitive and quantitative real-time polymerase chain reaction (PCR) assay was used to detect HHV-8 DNA from purif...

journal_title：Transfusion

authors： Qu L,Jenkins F,Triulzi DJ

更新日期：2010-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Understanding factors that impact tissue oxygen extraction may guide red blood cell (RBC) transfusion decision making in preterm infants. Our objective was to assess the influence of enteral feeding and anemia on cerebral and mesenteric oxygen saturation (Csat and Msat) and fractional tissue oxygen extractio...

journal_title：Transfusion

authors： Goldstein GP,Rao A,Ling AY,Ding VY,Chang IJ,Chock VY

更新日期：2020-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:To determine the optimal dose of gamma radiation necessary to inhibit T-lymphocyte function and prevent transfusion-acquired graft-versus-host disease (TA-GVHD), a donor plateletpheresis component was initially divided into ten 20-mL samples. One sample was not irradiated, while the other nine samples were treated wit...

journal_title：Transfusion

authors： Rosen NR,Weidner JG,Boldt HD,Rosen DS

更新日期：1993-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The residual blood left in the placenta, previously considered a biologic waste, contains sufficient hematopoietic stem and progenitor cells to consistently engraft at least a small recipient. Over the past several years, more than 500 HLA-matched, related and unrelated, allogeneic cord blood transplants hav...

journal_title：Transfusion

authors： Reems JA,Fujita D,Tyler T,Moldwin R,Smith SD

更新日期：1999-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Three cases are presented in which the presence of sodium caprylate dependent albumin auto-agglutinins in the patients' sera resulted in erroneous Rh-hr phenotyping of their erythrocytes. In the initial testing, the albumin control was negative in each case. Since one of the cases was an Rh0(D) negative individual who...

journal_title：Transfusion

authors： Reid ME,Ellisor SS,Frank BA

更新日期：1975-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:For patients with thrombocytopenia without bleeding risk factors, a platelet transfusion trigger of 10 × 10(9) /L is recommended. No studies have evaluated the clinicians' decision-making process leading to trigger changes. STUDY DESIGN AND METHODS:We report on the evaluation of trigger changes and the rela...

journal_title：Transfusion

authors： Rioux-Massé B,Laroche V,Bowman RJ,Lindgren BR,Cohn CS,Pulkrabek SM,McCullough J

更新日期：2013-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:In Taiwan, the prevalence of circulating anti-HCV is 2 percent among first-time voluntary Chinese blood donors, 10 percent among donors with elevated ALT levels (greater than 45 IU/L), and higher among older men. The carrier rate for HBsAg was 18.6 percent and the frequency of positive HBV marker(s) (HBsAg, anti-HBc, ...

journal_title：Transfusion

authors： Lin-Chu M,Tsai SJ,Watanabe J,Nishioka K

更新日期：1990-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Little information is available regarding blood supply safety in Afghanistan. The purpose of this study was to assess blood safety through serologic and observational measures in Afghanistan. STUDY DESIGN AND METHODS:This cross-sectional assessment included the 40 highest-volume facilities collecting and tr...

journal_title：Transfusion

authors： Mansoor GF,Rahmani AM,Kakar MA,Hashimy P,Abrahimi P,Scott PT,Peel SA,Rentas FJ,Todd CS

更新日期：2013-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Platelet (PLT) storage at 0 to 4 degrees C suppresses bacterial multiplication, but induces clusters of glycoprotein (GP) Ibalpha that trigger their phagocytosis by macrophages and reduce their survival after transfusion. A method was sought that detects cold-induced changes in GPIbalpha involved in phagocyt...

journal_title：Transfusion

authors： Badlou BA,Spierenburg G,Ulrichts H,Deckmyn H,Smid WM,Akkerman JW

更新日期：2006-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Using a recently developed enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay, gene dosage effects were demonstrated for the Duffy, Ss, and Rh red blood cell antigen systems. We report a comparison by an antibody-binding assay of the relative amounts of Fya and Fyb antigens on FyaFya, FyaFyb, FybFyb, FyaFyx, and FyxFyx erthrocytes, an...

journal_title：Transfusion

authors： Caren LD,Bellavance R,Grumet FC

更新日期：1982-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Hemolytic disease of the fetus and newborn (HDFN) is a severe disease, resulting from maternal red cell (RBC) alloantibodies directed against fetal RBCs. The effect of a first-trimester antibody screening program on the timely detection of HDFN caused by antibodies other than anti-D was evaluated. STUDY DES...

journal_title：Transfusion

authors： Koelewijn JM,Vrijkotte TG,van der Schoot CE,Bonsel GJ,de Haas M

更新日期：2008-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Hemolytic transfusion reactions (HTRs) due to anti-P1 have rarely been reported. There is only one report (from 1945) of an acute HTR due to anti-P1. CASE REPORT:A 74-year-old woman with anti-P1 was given blood that had been found to be compatible by the use of prewarmed serum and saline-suspended red cells...

journal_title：Transfusion

authors： Arndt PA,Garratty G,Marfoe RA,Zeger GD

更新日期：1998-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Acute trauma coagulopathy (ATC) after military trauma has not been comprehensively studied. ATC is defined as a prolonged prothrombin time ratio (PTr) or reduced clot amplitude (A5) in viscoelastic testing. Compared to civilian trauma, military trauma has more injuries from explosions and gunshot wounds (GSW...

journal_title：Transfusion

authors： Woolley T,Gwyther R,Parmar K,Kirkman E,Watts S,Midwinter M,Lucca JD,Hunt BJ

更新日期：2020-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Collections and transfusions of blood in the United States in 1994 were measured and compared with those in 1992. STUDY DESIGN AND METHODS:Completed survey questionnaires were returned by all 147 regional blood centers, 1340 American Association of Blood Banks (AABB) member hospitals, and 523 non-AABB hospi...

journal_title：Transfusion

authors： Wallace EL,Churchill WH,Surgenor DM,Cho GS,McGurk S

更新日期：1998-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Stress-enhanced platelet (PLT) storage lesions include increased glycolysis, discoid-to-sphere morphology change, and spontaneous PLT activation. It is not clear if reduction in glycolysis can alleviate storage lesion development. STUDY DESIGN AND METHODS:Apheresis PLT concentrates were exposed to 17.2 J/mL...

journal_title：Transfusion

authors： Li J,Goodrich L,Hansen E,Edrich R,Gampp D,Goodrich RP

更新日期：2005-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:In sub-Saharan Africa (SSA) confirmed viral marker prevalence between family donors (FDs) and first-time volunteer nonremunerated donors (VNRDs) is similar. In a blood service collecting 10 units/1000 inhabitants, a questionnaire examined FD donation conditions and willingness of becoming repeat VNRDs. STUD...

journal_title：Transfusion

authors： Asenso-Mensah K,Achina G,Appiah R,Owusu-Ofori S,Allain JP

更新日期：2014-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Recent studies conducted in developed countries described hepatitis E virus (HEV) as an emerging infectious threat to blood safety. However, data on HEV among blood donors from southeast Asia are lacking. STUDY DESIGN AND METHODS:Between July and August 2014, we assessed the presence of HEV immunoglobulin (...

journal_title：Transfusion

authors： Nouhin J,Prak S,Madec Y,Barennes H,Weissel R,Hok K,Pavio N,Rouet F

更新日期：2016-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Since the first issue of TRANSFUSION in 1961, there has been a tremendous expansion in not only the number of blood group antigens identified but also in our knowledge of their biochemical basis, function, and more recently, associated DNA changes. As certain techniques became available, our ability to discover and el...

journal_title：Transfusion

authors： Daniels G,Reid ME

更新日期：2010-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The purpose of this study was to ascertain the cause for seasonal variations of donor deferral. Deferred donors and monthly temperatures from 1981 to 1984 were tallied and analyzed. Temperatures were categorized at 10-degree intervals from 15 degrees F to 75 degrees F. Donors failing the hemoglobin screening then unde...

journal_title：Transfusion

authors： Lau P,Hansen M,Sererat M

更新日期：1988-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Because there may be inadequate dextrose in the newly licensed CPD-adenine for five or six weeks storage of high hematocrit red blood cells, this laboratory has examined some alternate sugars for their ability to maintain red blood cell metabolism during storage. In the current study, dextrose and fructose were studie...

journal_title：Transfusion

authors： Dawson RB,Hershey RT,Myers CS,Zuck TF

更新日期：1980-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Transfusion-related acute lung injury (TRALI) is one of the most serious adverse events following transfusion, and there is no specific treatment in clinical practice. However, regulatory T cells (Tregs) have been suggested to play a potential role in the treatment of TRALI. This study investigated whether i...

journal_title：Transfusion

authors： He R,Li L,Kong Y,Tian L,Tian X,Fang P,Bian M,Liu Z

更新日期：2019-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Low-titer group O whole blood (LTOWB) is increasingly being used in the civilian trauma setting, although there is a risk of hemolysis. This study evaluated the impact on hemolytic markers following the transfusion of 4 or more units of uncrossmatched LTOWB. METHODS:Civilian adult trauma patients who receiv...

journal_title：Transfusion

authors： Harrold IM,Seheult JN,Alarcon LH,Corcos A,Sperry JL,Triulzi DJ,Yazer MH

更新日期：2020-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Retrospective studies suggest that the transfusion of older, stored red blood cells (RBCs) may be associated with increases in mortality, serious infections, multiorgan failure, thrombosis, and hospital length of stay. Our research is based on the overarching hypothesis that the adverse effects associated with transfu...

journal_title：Transfusion

authors： Hod EA,Spitalnik SL

更新日期：2011-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The anti-CD20 monoclonal antibody rituximab has immune-modulatory effects similar to intravenous immunoglobulin (IVIG). We performed a systematic review and meta-analysis to determine the efficacy and safety of rituximab in autoimmune diseases that are also treated with IVIG. STUDY DESIGN AND METHODS:The mo...

journal_title：Transfusion

authors： MacIsaac J,Siddiqui R,Jamula E,Li N,Baker S,Webert KE,Evanovitch D,Heddle NM,Arnold DM

更新日期：2018-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Development of de novo alloantibodies against recipient's red blood cell (RBC) antigens by engrafted donor's lymphocytes is a known phenomenon in the setting of allogeneic hematopoietic stem cell transplantation (HSCT). This situation is usually clinically insignificant. We report a case of early clinically ...

journal_title：Transfusion

authors： Bailén R,Kwon M,Pérez-Corral AM,Pascual C,Buño I,Balsalobre P,Serrano D,Gayoso J,Díez-Martín JL,Anguita J

更新日期：2017-10-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Between 2005 and 2007, Chikungunya virus (CHIKV) caused a massive epidemic on Reunion Island with a major peak in the number of cases in February 2006. Blood donation was interrupted on the island in January 2006. STUDY DESIGN AND METHODS:Estimates of the mean risk of viremic blood donation on Reunion Islan...

journal_title：Transfusion

authors： Brouard C,Bernillon P,Quatresous I,Pillonel J,Assal A,De Valk H,Desenclos JC,workgroup \Quantitative Estimation of the Risk of Blood Donation Contamination by Infectious Agents\.

更新日期：2008-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Photochemical treatment (PCT) with amotosalen HCl with ultraviolet A illumination inactivates pathogens and white blood cells in platelet (PLT) concentrates. STUDY DESIGN AND METHODS:In a Phase II crossover study, 32 patients with thrombocytopenia received one transfusion of PCT and/or one transfusion of un...

journal_title：Transfusion

authors： Slichter SJ,Raife TJ,Davis K,Rheinschmidt M,Buchholz DH,Corash L,Conlan MG

更新日期：2006-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：:Twenty-five leukaphereses were done by the Haemonetics system using citrated Dextran 75 in normal saline as anticoagulant, and were compared with a much larger series using hydroxyethyl starch (HES) with and without steroid premedication. The granulocyte and platelet yields were only minimally different between the tw...

journal_title：Transfusion

authors： Huestis DW

更新日期：1977-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:The Lu(b) antigen is expressed on red blood cells (RBCs) of the majority of individuals in all populations. Its absence in transfused patients may lead to alloantibody production and mild-to-moderate transfusion reactions, and in pregnancies to mild hemolytic disease of the fetus and newborn. This report des...

journal_title：Transfusion

authors： Garcia-Sanchez F,Pardi C,Kupatawintu P,Thornton N,Rodriguez MA,Lucea I,Sood C,Ochoa-Garay G

更新日期：2016-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：BACKGROUND:Besides ABO and RH, the KEL blood group system, including the two antithetical antigens KEL1 and KEL2, is the most important owing to the frequent appearance of anti-KEL alloantibodies and their considerable clinical significance. So far, only limited information was available on KEL variant alleles determin...

journal_title：Transfusion

authors： Körmöczi GF,Wagner T,Jungbauer C,Vadon M,Ahrens N,Moll W,Mühlbacher A,Ozgül-Gülce S,Kleinrath T,Kilga-Nogler S,Schönitzer D,Gassner C

更新日期：2007-04-01 00:00:00