inspiring canadians to live better.

healthing leaf

inspiring canadians to live better.

healthing leaf
get healthing in your inbox with the morning checkup and weekender newsletter!

top of the page

blood transfusion

blood transfusion is a medical treatment to replace blood or portions of the blood lost through injury, surgery, or disease.

during a transfusion, people normally receive only the parts of blood needed to treat their conditions. whole blood is now rarely given as a transfusion.

blood for transfusions may come from anonymous donors, or a person can bank their own blood in preparation for surgery.

this information does not replace the advice of a doctor. healthwise, incorporated, disclaims any warranty or liability for your use of this information. your use of this information means that you agree to the terms of use. learn how we develop our content.

this information does not replace the advice of a doctor. healthwise, incorporated, disclaims any warranty or liability for your use of this information. your use of this information means that you agree to the terms of use and privacy policy. to learn more about healthwise, visit healthwise.org. © 1995-2022 healthwise, incorporated. healthwise, healthwise for every health decision, and the healthwise logo are trademarks of healthwise, incorporated.

advertisement