What happens if clinically significant red cell antibodies are found in donor units?
A) Platelet and fresh frozen plasma can be transfused.
B) Red blood cells can be used if the antibody interpretation is indicated on the label.
C) The red blood cells, plasma, and platelet products must be discarded.
D) Red blood cells must be washed before transfusion.

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Units found to contain clinically significant antibodies may be transfused with minimal amounts of plasma and are labeled with the antibody.

What Happens If Clinically Significant Red Cell Antibodies Are Found