Understanding Allergic Reactions in Blood Transfusions

This chapter explores the complexities of allergic reactions during different types of blood transfusions, emphasizing the higher incidence of reactions associated with platelet transfusions. It challenges traditional beliefs about triggers and patient risk factors, particularly highlighting the correlation between hay fever and allergic transfusion reactions. The discussion further sheds light on the pathophysiology of these reactions and the importance of individual patient variables in managing transfusion-related allergies.