Question

A 75-year-old with anemia (Hgb 6.7 g/dL) and hemodynamic stability. Transfusion threshold per AABB?

Accepted Answer

Transfuse if Hgb <7 g/dL

Answer

Transfuse if Hgb <9 g/dL

Answer

Transfuse only if symptomatic regardless of Hgb

Answer

No transfusion unless Hgb <6 g/dL

Answer

Transfuse all patients >=75 years

Practice question

A 75-year-old with anemia (Hgb 6.7 g/dL) and hemodynamic stability. Transfusion threshold per AABB?