Anaemia and its association with month and blood phenotype in blood donors in Fako division, Cameroon

ConclusionThis study revealed a high prevalence of anaemia which translates to a high rate of donor deferral as a result of anaemia in the study area. The prevalence of anaemia was observed to be associated with the blood phenotype and the month, but not the season (dry or rainy). Further studies will be needed to ascertain the aetiology and associated factors for anaemia in blood donors in the study area.
Source: BMC Hematology - Category: Hematology Source Type: research