Improving blood safety and availability for transfusions in children and adults
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This study is looking to make blood transfusions safer and more accessible for both kids and adults by gathering information from blood donors and recipients across the US and Brazil, so that everyone can benefit from better transfusion practices in the future.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Versiti Wisconsin, INC. NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Milwaukee, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11210645 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research aims to enhance the safety and availability of blood transfusions for both children and adults by conducting extensive epidemiologic and laboratory studies. It involves a multicenter program across the US and Brazil, focusing on blood donors and transfusion recipients. The project is structured in three phases over seven years, which include developing research protocols, creating a comprehensive database linking blood donations to recipients, and analyzing data to improve transfusion practices. Patients may benefit from improved transfusion safety and effectiveness based on the findings of this research.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research include children and adults who require blood transfusions, as well as blood donors.
Not a fit: Patients who do not require blood transfusions or are not involved in blood donation may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to safer and more effective blood transfusion practices for patients of all ages.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research in blood safety and transfusion practices has shown significant advancements, indicating that this approach has the potential for meaningful improvements.
Where this research is happening
Milwaukee, United States
- Versiti Wisconsin, INC. — Milwaukee, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Mast, Alan E — Versiti Wisconsin, INC.
- Study coordinator: Mast, Alan E
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.