Frequency and characteristics of transfusion-transmitted infections in blood donors at a tertiary care facility in Pakistan - Takeaways - MDSpire

Frequency and characteristics of transfusion-transmitted infections in blood donors at a tertiary care facility in Pakistan

  • By

  • Komal Iqbal

  • Sadia Farhad

  • Malik Shayan Ali Khan

  • Muhammad Hassan Jan

  • Inbasat Zahra Khan

  • Muhammad Umair

  • Bilal Hassan

  • Rafiullah Hotak

  • March 9, 2026

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    Transfusion-transmitted infections (TTIs) pose a significant risk in Pakistan, with a prevalence of 4.61% among blood donations.

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    Replacement donors in Pakistan exhibit a higher TTI rate of 5.42%, highlighting the risks associated with non-voluntary donations.

  • 3

    Only 10% to 13% of blood donations in Pakistan are voluntary, indicating a critical need for improved donor participation.

  • 4

    The study emphasizes the importance of localized epidemiological data to inform blood safety initiatives and health policies.

  • 5

    Weak surveillance systems in smaller cities hinder effective policy-making and intervention planning for transfusion safety.

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Frequency and characteristics of transfusion-transmitted infections in blood donors at a tertiary care facility in Pakistan

  • by Komal Iqbal, Sadia Farhad, Malik Shayan Ali Khan, Muhammad Hassan Jan, Inbasat Zahra Khan, Muhammad Umair, Bilal Hassan, Rafiullah Hotak

  • March 9, 2026

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