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Eligible blood donors' decisions about donating stool for fecal microbiota transplantation: Does ambivalence play a role?

Melissa K HydeBarbara M Masser
Published in: Transfusion (2020)
Ambivalence about donating stool was common among eligible blood donors. BCAs should raise awareness about stool donation and FMT before requesting donation. BCAs may increase cost savings and donor retention by giving clear guidance about donation requirements and implementing processes that build confidence. Early screening of potential donors for ambivalence and disgust will enable BCAs to provide decision support.
Keyphrases
  • quality improvement
  • cell therapy
  • human health
  • risk assessment