Jun

14

2022

What is the recommended hemoglobin (Hb) transfusion trigger in a critically ill patient?

By William Aird

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What is the recommended hemoglobin (Hb) transfusion trigger in a critically ill patient?

RBC transfusion at Hb level of < 7 g/dL (70 g/L) with a target Hb of 7-9 g/dL (70-90 g/L). Transfusion trigger should not exceed 90 g/L in most critically ill patients.

AABB recommendations in 2016:

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