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Blood Transfusions During Cancer Treatment

Blood Transfusions During Cancer Treatment

Blood Transfusions During Cancer Treatment

Cancer and its treatments can lower blood cells; a transfusion replaces what is low — red cells for anemia, platelets to lower bleeding risk. It is common, safe, given slowly through an IV or port, and not a setback. A calm explainer with trusted ACS and NCI sources.