P83 | Cold hands: when the warm is better

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Case report reveals improved hemoglobin levels in a patient with cold agglutinin disease, suggesting the effectiveness of warmed RBC transfusions.

Warmed transfusions led to an increase in hemoglobin levels in the patient, improving overall health.
Lab results indicated significant RBC agglutination and low hemoglobin at 6.6 g/dL, highlighting the disease's severity.
Diagnosis emphasized the importance of proper temperature conditions in lab tests to avoid misinterpretation.
Cold agglutinin disease management should focus on avoiding cold environments and utilizing warmed blood products.

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Case report reveals improved hemoglobin levels in a patient with cold agglutinin disease, suggesting the effectiveness of warmed RBC transfusions.