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In a remarkable display of veterinary care, a veterinary hospital in Koppal, Karnataka, successfully performed a blood transfusion between two Labrador Retrievers, marking a significant achievement in the region's veterinary practice.
The transfusion was necessitated by a 10-year-old Labrador suffering from severe anemia, with hemoglobin levels dropping to a critical 3 grams per deciliter. This life-threatening condition demanded immediate medical attention, and the veterinary team sprang into action to find a suitable blood donor.
Recognizing the urgency, the doctors contacted local dog owners in Koppal, asking them to bring their pets in for testing. Among the candidates, a 3-year-old Labrador Retriever named Bhairav, owned by local resident Basavaraja Poojar, was found to be a perfect match.
Within a short span of 12 minutes, 300 ml of blood was drawn from Bhairav's neck under strict medical protocols. The successful transfusion was carried out smoothly, providing the older Labrador with the much-needed boost in red blood cells and giving the dog a new lease on life.
Dogs have unique blood types, with seven different categories, and their blood volume constitutes only about 10% of their body weight, making such procedures complex and rare.
This successful transfusion marks the sixth instance of its kind at the Koppal.
Click here to learn more about animal blood donation.
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