September 5, 2025Vox SanguinisOpen Access

Seroprevalence of transfusion‐transmitted infections among blood donors in India: A systematic review and meta‐analysis

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Systematic review estimates TTI prevalence among blood donors, highlighting demographic and zonal variations.

The pooled prevalence rates for HIV, HBV, HCV, syphilis, and malaria in Indian blood donors were found to be very low.
Higher prevalence of TTI was observed among males and first-time donors compared to females and repeat donors.
Testing methodologies and zonal distribution significantly influenced TTI prevalence across different regions in India.
This review's findings aim to inform policy development and guide future research for improving blood safety.

Golia et al. (2025) studied this question.

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