How does HIV get transmitted through blood transfusion?
Ans: There is a high risk (greater than 90%) of acquiring HIV through transfusion of infected blood and blood products. However, the implementation of blood safety standards ensures the provision of safe, adequate and good–quality blood and blood products for all patients requiring transfusion. Blood safety includes screening of all donated blood for HIV and other blood–borne pathogens, as well as appropriate donor selection.
