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Is Cross Matching Necessary Before Having Platelet Infusion?
Question: have had a cbc on XXXXXXX 15th...will probably need platelet infusion on the 24th...do I need to do another
type and cross or is the last one still viable?
type and cross or is the last one still viable?
Brief Answer:
Yes, necessary again
Detailed Answer:
Hi,
Thanks for asking.
I am Dr. Prakash HM and I will be answering your query.
Based on your query, my opinion is as follows:
1. Platelets have a shelf life of 5 days.
2. Yes, crossmatching is necessary for same blood type.
Hope it helps.
Any further queries, happy to help again.
Dr. Prakash HM
Yes, necessary again
Detailed Answer:
Hi,
Thanks for asking.
I am Dr. Prakash HM and I will be answering your query.
Based on your query, my opinion is as follows:
1. Platelets have a shelf life of 5 days.
2. Yes, crossmatching is necessary for same blood type.
Hope it helps.
Any further queries, happy to help again.
Dr. Prakash HM
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