A Patient Undergoing a Hip Replacement Has Autologous Blood on Standby

Multiple Choice

A patient undergoing a hip replacement has autologous blood on standby if a transfusion is needed. What is the primary advantage of autologous transfusions?

A) Safe transfusion for patients with a history of transfusion reactions
B) Prevention of viral infections from another persons blood
C) Avoidance of complications in patients with alloantibodies
D) Prevention of alloimmunization