Question

A 70-year-old man with CKD and anemia asks if transfusion is needed at Hb 7.2 g/dL, asymptomatic. What is recommended?

Accepted Answer

Consider transfusion if Hb <7 g/dL, otherwise individualize

Answer

Transfuse now due to CKD

Answer

Transfuse only if Hb <5

Answer

Transfuse to Hb >10

Answer

Transfuse based solely on age

Practice question

A 70-year-old man with CKD and anemia asks if transfusion is needed at Hb 7.2 g/dL, asymptomatic. What is recommended?