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Victor S. Blanchette, FRCP(UK), FRCP(C); Heather A. Hume, FRCP(C); Gary J. Levy, MD; Naomi L. C. Luban, MD; Ronald G. Strauss, MD

Am J Dis Child. 1991;145(7):782-785.

Abstract
Although transfusion of blood products is an essential and potentially life-saving measure, not all blood transfusions are beneficial to patients. The associated risks, particularly transfusion-transmitted viral illnesses, such as hepatitis and acquired immunodeficiency syndrome, require that careful consideration be given before a decision is made to transfuse any blood product. Many institutions have established a local committee to monitor transfusion practices and audit such practices regularly. To assist in this task, the Pediatric Hemotherapy Committee of the American Association of Blood Banks has developed guidelines for the conduct of pediatric blood transfusion audits. These guidelines, summarized herein, cover transfusion of red blood cells, platelets, white blood cells, fresh-frozen plasma, albumin, and clotting concentrates. The use of cytomegalovirus low-risk and irradiated blood products is also discussed. Throughout the report, special attention is given to the transfusion needs of newborn infants.

(AJDC. 1991;145:787-796)

Author Affiliations
From the Department of Paediatrics, Hospital for Sick Children, Toronto, Canada (Dr Blanchette); the Department of Pediatrics, Hôpital St Justine, Montreal, Canada (Dr Hume); Louisiana Blood Center, Shreveport (Dr Levy); the Division of Laboratory Medicine, Children's Hospital National Medical Center, Department of Pediatrics and Pathology, George Washington University School of Medicine, Washington, DC (Dr Luban); and the Department of Pathology and Pediatrics, DeGowin Memorial Blood Center, University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics, Iowa City, Iowa (Dr Strauss).

Footnotes
Accepted for publication January 10, 1991.

This report expresses the opinions of the authors and does not represent official policy of the American Association of Blood Banks.

Reprint requests to the American Association of Blood Banks, 1717 N 19th St, Arlington, VA 22209.

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