The word transfusion is often used when referring to blood. When you get a blood transfusion, blood is being transferred to you from someone else. An infusion is when something is added to something. For example when you add garlic to olive oil, you infuse the olive oil with garlic.
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Infusion involves gradual administration of fluids or medications into the bloodstream, typically through a vein. Transfusion is the process of transferring blood or blood products from one person (donor) to another (recipient) to replace blood loss or treat certain medical conditions. Infusion is more broad and can include various fluids and medications, while transfusion specifically refers to blood product administration.
During a transfusion, red blood cells, platelets, and plasma components are typically administered. These components are not typically included in an infusion, which may involve medications, fluids, or nutrients such as IV antibiotics, pain medications, or hydration solutions.
A bolus injection is a single, rapid administration of a medication or fluid directly into the bloodstream. On the other hand, a bolus infusion involves administering a larger volume of medication or fluid over a short period, usually within minutes, to achieve a desired therapeutic effect. In summary, bolus injection is quick and immediate, while bolus infusion is more gradual but still delivered rapidly.
Injection involves administering medication or fluids into the body tissue, muscle, or vein in one quick motion. Infusion is a slower process where fluids or medication are administered over a longer period of time through a vein using a catheter or IV line. Infusion allows for a controlled release of medication into the bloodstream.
After the car accident, the patient required a blood transfusion to replace the blood he had lost.
The patient received a blood transfusion to replenish their red blood cell count.