- Complications Of Blood Administration
Hypocalcemia:
Stored blood contains citrate which is used as an anti-coagulant. Citrate binds to ionized calcium and significantly lowers cacium levels. Checking chemistries along with post-transfusion HCT is a good idea. Replace with Calcium Gluconate.
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