Case Study 1: Selecting Blood for Transfusion

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Case Study 1: Selecting Blood for Transfusion

Since the antibody panel was nonreactive with the pooled plasma and the dilution control was valid, the MLS knew that the patient likely produced either an anti-Ch or anti-Rg and was able to rule out common clinically significant red cell antibodies. Since antisera was not available to type the patient, the MLS called the antibody an "HTLA-Like" antibody with a probable Chido or Rodgers specificity and recommended ABO/Rh compatible blood, and requested an urgent release of least incompatible blood authorization form from the attending physician.