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Blood Transfusions - KidsHealth

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Nemours Foundation

Description

A blood transfusion is a relatively simple medical procedure that doctors use to make up for a loss of blood — or any part of the blood, such as red blood cells or platelets. Learn more about how blood transfusions save lives every day.

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Review Date

5/1/2007

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