Exchange Transfusion
Through exchange transfusion bilirubin and hemolytic
antibodies are removed (82).
(a) Rh Isoimmunization: Always, Blood using
for exchange transfusion should be negative Rh
isoimmunization, negative for Rh factor. O (Rh)
negative packed cells suspended in AB plasma
will be the best choice. O (Rh) negative whole
blood or cross-matched baby’s blood group (Rh
negative) may also be used in an emergency (83,
84).