Transfusion fix for blood level

suffer from anaemia and my doctor has suggested I have a blood transfusion. What does this entail? name and date of birth and the details on your identification band will be checked before each bag of blood is given.

Blood is usually given through a tiny plastic tube called a cannula, which is inserted into a vein in your arm. The cannula is connected to a drip and the blood runs through the drip into your arm. There may be some discomfort when the tube is put into the vein, but you shouldn’t feel anything during the transfusion.

A single unit of blood can take between 30 minutes and four hours to be given. You’ll be observed at regular intervals, but, if you start to feel unwell during or shortly after your transfusion, alert a member of staff immediately