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Detection of Transfusion Transmissible Infections Among Voluntary Blood Donors at a Regional Blood Bank in Western Uganda: A Cross-Sectional Study

Moses Asiimwe
Mubaraka Kayiira
Brenda Nabawanuka
Laban Turyamuhika
Archbald Bahizi
David Francis Olebo
Conrad Lubwama
John Rubaihayo

2026Open accessVictoria University

Abstract

The study found substantial levels of Transfusion Transmissible Infections among blood donors. Strict donor recruitment strategies should be maintained to minimize potential transmission and reduce blood discard.

Research topics

Blood transfusion and management
Hepatitis B Virus Studies
Blood groups and transfusion

Sustainable Development Goals

3Good Health and Well-being

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DOI: 10.2147/rrtm.s539585

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