transzfúciós

Transzfúzió is the Hungarian word for transfusion, a medical procedure where blood or blood components are transferred from one person to another. This process is vital for treating various medical conditions that result in blood loss or a deficiency in blood cells.

There are several types of transfusions. Whole blood transfusions involve administering the entire blood product, which includes red blood cells, white blood cells, platelets, and plasma. However, it is more common to transfuse specific blood components. Red blood cell transfusions are used to treat anemia or significant blood loss, increasing the oxygen-carrying capacity of the blood. Platelet transfusions are given to individuals with low platelet counts, often due to chemotherapy or certain bleeding disorders, to help stop or prevent bleeding. Plasma transfusions are used to replace lost plasma proteins, which are crucial for blood clotting and maintaining blood volume. Cryoprecipitate, a component derived from plasma, is particularly rich in certain clotting factors and is used to treat specific bleeding disorders.

Transfusions are generally safe, but like any medical procedure, they carry potential risks. These can include allergic reactions, fever, or, in rare cases, transfusion-transmitted infections. To minimize these risks, donated blood is rigorously screened, and patients are carefully monitored during and after the transfusion. Compatibility between the donor's and recipient's blood types is essential to prevent serious reactions, a process managed through blood typing and crossmatching.