Why certain combinations of donor and recipient blood are not suitable for blood transfusion?

Because blood types are based on antigens present on the surface of the blood cells, and the plasma contains the complementary antibodies, certain blood types are not compatible. A person with t...

If you've had a transfusion you could have any disease that the donor(s) had, and without all their medical histories as well as your own the risks cannot be judged. If you think that'...

Of course, not only that but my blood type is in high demand so I am compelled to donate. If you need a transfusion, you are in bad shape anyway...so why not accept one. The whole blood issue is ...

If you absolutely need a transfusion, then you don't have an option regarding whether to have it or not. Your doctor would not recommend that you do something unless you need it during pregna...

Yes. Blood type refers to antigens (molecules the immune system can recognise) on red blood cells, known as A, B and Rhesus D. AB types have both A and B antigens whilst O types have neither. P...

there are now many options/types of blood transfusion, including blood taken from the patient themselves, earlier [autologous transfusion]. each has its own advantages & disadvantages. you can ...

They'd clamor to get in line then, I bet. Since we know the entire organization is such a farce because many of them travel out of state or even internationally to "get that much needed b...

Since when have the JW's needed scripture to do or say anything? They don't need it, they do and say as they are told by the Governing Body-scripture has little to do with it, as they rel...