Question

A hemodynamically stable hospitalized adult has Hgb 6.8 g/dL without active bleeding. What transfusion strategy is recommended?

Accepted Answer

Restrictive strategy: consider transfusion at Hgb <7 g/dL

Answer

Transfuse if Hgb <9-10 g/dL

Answer

Transfuse if Hgb <8 g/dL in all settings

Answer

Avoid transfusion unless symptomatic regardless of Hgb

Answer

Transfuse only if ferritin <30 ng/mL

Practice question

A hemodynamically stable hospitalized adult has Hgb 6.8 g/dL without active bleeding. What transfusion strategy is recommended?