An outbreak of anaphylactic transfusion reactions to group B plasma and platelets and its possible relationship to Alpha-Gal syndrome
DISCUSSION: AGS is an emerging problem which may have implications for blood transfusion practice. Avoidance of blood group B antigen containing components may be prudent in non-blood group B patients with established AGS. Investigation for AGS should be considered in the evaluation of anaphylactic transfusion reactions.PMID:37642435 | DOI:10.1111/trf.17521
Source: Transfusion - Category: Hematology Authors: Colleen W Gilstad Kathleen Conry-Cantilena Roya Zarpak Anne F Eder Source Type: research
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