Why Is Reviewing a Potential Recipient's Historical Data Important

question 16

Multiple Choice

Why is reviewing a potential recipient's historical data important?

• A) Antibodies from previous transfusions can decrease to undetectable levels.
• B) Current medications may produce unusual results.
• C) Donor units must be negative antigens to previous antibodies even if none are currently present.
• D) All of these are reasons to review patient historical data.

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