If clinically significant red cell antibodies are found in donor units:
A)platelet and fresh frozen plasma cannot be transfused.
B)red blood cells can be used if the antibody interpretation is indicated on the label.
C)the unit must be discarded and the donor permanently deferred.
D)red blood cells must be washed before transfusion.

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Units found to contain clinically significant antibodies may be transfused if they contain minimal amounts of plasma such as red blood cells and are labeled with the antibody.

If Clinically Significant Red Cell Antibodies Are Found in Donor