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granulocyte transfusion |
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granulocyte transfusion, the use of specially prepared leukocytes for the treatment of severe granulocytopenia and for prophylaxis in the prevention of serious infection in patients with leukemia or those receiving cancer chemotherapy. The procedure has the same risks as a blood transfusion. Also called buffy coat transfusion. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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The rationale for granulocyte transfusions is to provide supportive therapy for neutropenic patients with a life-threatening infection by augmenting the number of circulating neutrophils until neutrophil recovery occurs. |
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