Here we go…clinic day #2 this week. Platelet transfusion. Ironically, I had a call from the Red Cross that there is a platelet shortage.
Platelets are necessary to prevent or treat bleeding due to a low platelet count or poor platelet function. This occurs often in people receiving cancer chemotherapy.
Did you know you can donate platelets too? Go to www.redcrossblood.org to find a donation center near you!
Novant Health Novant Health Foundation American Red Cross- Charlotte, NC
First posted on the OliviaStrong Facebook page.