Transfusion-Transmissible Infections

Transfusion-transmissible infections (TTIs) refer to diseases that can be spread through blood transfusions. When someone receives donated blood, there is a risk of being exposed to infections if the donated blood contains harmful viruses, bacteria, or parasites. Common TTIs include HIV, hepatitis B and C, and syphilis. To reduce this risk, blood donations are carefully screened, tested, and processed. Understanding TTIs is important to ensure the safety of blood products and protect the health of patients receiving transfusions.