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The Circulatory System — Question 8

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During surgical operations or during accidents, the patient may be given blood from outside to save his life. What is the technical name of this process ? Briefly explain the precautions to be observed and taken in this process.

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This process is known as blood transfusion. The following precautions are to be observed for blood transfusion:

  1. Checking the compatibility of the donor's blood group with that of the recipient.
  2. It should be made sure clinically that the blood of the donor is free from any infections.
  3. The donor's hemoglobin level is checked.