Pediatric Blood Transfusion Volume Calculator

Blood Transfusion Volume (ml): Blood Transfusion Volume (cl): Blood Transfusion Volume (l):

1. What is a Pediatric Blood Transfusion Volume Calculator?

Definition: This calculator determines the blood transfusion volume (BTV) for pediatric patients based on weight, aimed increment in hemoglobin, and hematocrit.

Purpose: Useful for calculating the required transfusion volume in pediatric medical care.

2. How Does the Calculator Work?

The calculation is based on the following formula:

\[ \text{BTV (mL)} = \frac{\text{Weight (kg)} \times \text{Aimed Increment in Hemoglobin (g/dL)} \times 3}{\text{Hematocrit (decimal)}} \]

Unit Conversions:

Weight: lb → kg (×0.453592)
Hematocrit: % → decimal (÷100)
Blood Transfusion Volume: ml (direct), cl (×0.1), l (×0.001)

Explanation: Weight is converted to kg, hematocrit is converted to a decimal, and the formula is applied to yield BTV in ml, then converted to cl and l.

3. Importance of Blood Transfusion Volume Calculation

Details: Accurate BTV calculation ensures safe and effective transfusion therapy in pediatric patients.

4. Using the Calculator

Tips: Enter weight (kg or lb, >0), aimed increment in hemoglobin (g/dL, >0), and hematocrit (0-100%). Results show blood transfusion volume in ml, cl, and l.

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