Blood Testing For Transfusion
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Your child’s provider has ordered some lab tests to check your child’s blood type. For safety reasons, our hospital’s policy is to test blood samples from 2 different collections to make sure that blood matching your child’s type is available in case it is needed for your child’s care. |
Why does my child need two samples for transfusion?Your child’s safety is our number one priority. The safest transfusion is one that is provided after 2 samples are tested to be sure the blood type is correct. |
Does everyone need two samples for transfusion?No. Babies less than 4 months of age do not need 2 samples before they have a blood transfusion. Everyone else needs 2 samples. |
What if I have questions about the blood testing?If you still have questions about blood transfusion testing, please ask your child’s healthcare provider or call the Seattle Children’s Transfusion Nurse Consultant at 206-987-5013. |
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