Acute Transfusion Reactions

During or within 24 hours of blood transfusion

Febrile, Allergic and Hypotensive Reactions (FAHR)

Acute Haemolytic Transfusion Reaction (HTR)

Uncommon and New Complications of Transfusion (UCT)

Transfusion Associated Circulatory Overload (TACO)

Transfusion Associated Dyspnoea (TAD)

Transfusion Related Acute Lung Injury (TRALI)

Transfusion Transmitted Infection (TTI)

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A mild reaction may be the initial stages of a severe reaction - DO NOT IGNORE IT.

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Immediate Management

If a patient develops any signs or symptoms of a reaction during a transfusion, the following steps should be taken in all cases:

1. STOP the transfusion.
2. Maintain IV access