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Original Research Articles Volume : 15, Issue : 6, June, 2026

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Int.J.Curr.Microbiol.App.Sci.2026.15(6) : 70-81
DOI : https://doi.org/10.20546/ijcmas.2026.1506.007


Recent Advances in Canine Blood Transfusion: A Review

Mimansha Sahu1*, S. K. Maiti2, S. L. Ali3, Nidhi Rawat4, Nitin Gade5, B. P. S. Kanwar1, Prafulla Kashyap1, Manish Kumar Baghel4, Samidha Manikpuri1, Priyanka Singh1, Deeksha Sahu1 and Bhumika Kaushik1
1Department of Veterinary Medicine, College of Veterinary Science and Animal Husbandry, Anjora, Durg - 491001, Chhattisgarh, India 2Department of Teaching Veterinary Clinical Complex, College of Veterinary Science and Animal Husbandry, Anjora, Durg - 491001, Chhattisgarh, India, 3Department of Veterinary Medicine, College of Veterinary Science and Animal Husbandry,Anjora, Durg - 491001, Chhattisgarh, India, 4Department of Veterinary Microbiology, College of Veterinary Science and Animal Husbandry, Anjora, Durg - 491001, Chhattisgarh, India 5Department of Veterinary Physiology and Biochemistry, College of Veterinary Science and Animal Husbandry, Anjora, Durg - 491001, Chhattisgarh, India
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Abstract:

Transfusion medicine is a vital component of emergency and critical care management of canine patients. Whole blood transfusion has been remained as a life saving measure in both human and animal health practices. However, advances in component therapy have replaced traditional whole blood transfusion, allowing targeted treatment of specific deficiencies such as anemia, coagulopathies, and thrombocytopenia. In dogs, blood group systems are defined by specific red blood cell antigens, making blood typing and compatibility testing essential to prevent alloimmunization and adverse reactions. Understanding these aspects is essential for ensuring safe and effective transfusion practices in veterinary medicine especially in canine medicine.


Keywords: Canine transfusion, blood components, blood typing, crossmatching, platelet-rich plasma, transfusion reactions, veterinary medicine


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Mimansha Sahu, Maiti S. K., Ali S. L., Nidhi Rawat, Nitin Gade, Kanwar B. P. S., Prafulla Kashyap, Manish Kumar Baghel, Samidha Manikpuri, Priyanka Singh, Deeksha Sahu and Bhumika Kaushik. 2026. Recent Advances in Canine Blood Transfusion: A Review Int.J.Curr.Microbiol.App.Sci. 15(6): 70-81 doi: https://doi.org/10.20546/ijcmas.2026.1506.007
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