Anaphylactic transfusion reaction to group B platelets related to alpha‐gal syndrome: A case report

Key Points

• To explore the association between alpha-gal syndrome and anaphylactic reactions to group B blood transfusions in non-B recipients.
• Clinical case report detailing patient history and reactions.
• Laboratory evaluation for AGS antibodies in non-B individuals with tick exposure.
• Assessment of allergic reactions to group B blood products.
• Identification of anaphylactic transfusion reaction following administration of group B platelets.
• Recommendation for AGS antibody screening in non-B patients with related allergic histories.
• Advocacy for avoidance of group B transfusions in clinically suspected AGS cases.

Abstract