What Can Be Done to Prevent the Development of HLA

question 24

Multiple Choice

What can be done to prevent the development of HLA alloimmunization and platelet refractoriness?

• A) Test the donor for the presence of platelet antibodies.
• B) Issue only cytomegalovirus-negative platelets.
• C) Irradiate the platelet concentrate.
• D) Reduce the number of leukocytes in the platelet product.

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