Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Update on the use of blood and blood products in ruminants.
- Journal:
- The Veterinary clinics of North America. Food animal practice
- Year:
- 2014
- Authors:
- Balcomb, Christie & Foster, Derek
- Affiliation:
- William R. Pritchard Veterinary Medical Teaching Hospital · United States
Plain-English summary
This article discusses the use of blood and blood products in ruminants, which are animals like cows and sheep. It reviews past studies about blood types in these animals and outlines when blood transfusions might be necessary. The article also explains how to collect and give blood transfusions to small ruminants and cattle in a practical setting. Overall, it aims to provide useful information for veterinarians treating these animals.
Abstract
The use of whole blood and/or blood products is indicated in ruminant medicine. The goal of this article is to summarize previous literature on blood groups in ruminants and camelids, list indications for transfusion, and describe collection and transfusion techniques applicable to small ruminants and cattle that can be used in practice.
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