Massive Transfusion
Protocol
Purpose
A massive transfusion protocol assists in identifying patients who need
or are receiving large quantities of blood (greater than one blood volume
in 24 hours). The 24 hour period begins with the first unit of Red Blood
Cells issued.
Blood
Volume
The blood volume estimate is based on
the age of the patient.
Age of Patient |
Red Blood
Cells Issued |
Projected
Plasma Needs |
< 1 year |
2 units |
1 unit |
1-6 years |
4 units |
2 units |
6-12 years |
6 units |
2 units |
12-16 years |
8 units |
4 units |
16 plus |
10 units |
4 units |
Blood
Bank Action
Notify Blood Bank physician when patient
approcahes the levels of Red Blood Cells issued.
Policy
When the number of Red Blood Cells issued approachs
the one blood volume, the technologist will contact a Blood Bank physician.
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