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How to pronounce transfusion

IPA transcription: [tɹænsf'juʒən]

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Noun

  • the introduction of blood or blood plasma into a vein or artery

  • the action of pouring a liquid from one vessel to another

Usage examples

  • As a result, the Blood Transfusion Betterment Association applauded Drew for his work.
  • In modern times, blood transfusions are generally not considered against the rules.
  • His leg was shattered and he required multiple blood transfusions to save his life.
  • Halsted also performed one of the first blood transfusions in the United States.
  • However, Sark becomes aware of this and undergoes a full blood transfusion in Geneva.
  • Blood for blood transfusion is screened for many blood-borne diseases.
  • Irradiation is used in diagnostic imaging, cancer therapy and blood transfusion.