Prevention - Post-Transfusion Purpura (PTP)

Prevention of initial reaction is not possible.

Although recurrence is rare, patients with a documented history of Post Transfusion Purpura (PTP) should receive, if possible, blood components that are antigen-negative for the platelet antibody.

Warning: Affected women are at risk of Neonatal Alloimmune Thrombocytopenia (NAIT) in future pregnancies and should be counselled accordingly.