A case of transfusion-transmission Anaplasma phagocytophilum from leukoreduced red blood cells

CONCLUSION: This is a confirmed case of TT-HGA. Although rare, TT-HGA has been reported with LR-RBCs and platelets. In endemic areas, testing for tick-borne associated infections should be considered when investigating post-transfusion complications.PMID:38491925 | DOI:10.1111/trf.17783

Source: Transfusion - March 16, 2024 Category: Hematology Authors: Laura Tonnetti Luis A Marcos Linda Mamone Eric D Spitzer Matthew Jacob Rebecca L Townsend Susan L Stramer Fay B West Source Type: research