AETIOLOGY Allergic Reactions (Urticaria)
	INCIDENCE Common
	CLINICAL CULTURE Itching, urticaria, erythemia, chills & fever, Laryngeal oedema, bhronchospasm (history of allergy or asthma, hay fever, atopy)
	MANAGEMENT 1. Do not stop transfusion. 2. Dipheneramine (or other anti-histamine) i/m or i/v. 3. Subcutaneous Epinephrine 0.3 to 0.6 mg if necessary. 4. Hydrocortisone i/v if required. 5. Close observation.
	PREVENTION Administer antihistamine drugs (orally) prior to transfusion. Use plasma deficient blood components.