Unit of blood

What does "Unit of blood" mean in a report or doctor's letter? In our medical dictionary, you will find a patient-friendly explanation of the meaning of this medical term.

Explanation

A "unit of blood" is a term used in medicine to describe a specific amount of blood. It's roughly equal to the volume of blood that an average person can donate at one time, which is about half a liter or a little over a pint. This term is often used in hospitals or clinics, especially when discussing blood transfusions. So, when doctors say they're going to give a patient a unit of blood, they mean they're going to give them about a pint of blood.

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