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Multivariate analysis of factors associated with allergic transfusion reactions
| Variables | AOR | 95% CI | p-value |
|---|---|---|---|
| Enlargement of the spleen below the costal margin (per 1 cm increase) | 1.01 | 0.9–1.1 | 0.6 |
| Age (per 1 year increase) | 0.9 | 0.8–0.9 | <0.005 |
| Blood transfusion interval ≤ 4 weeks | 4.7 | 1.1–20.2 | 0.03 |
| Pre-transfusion hemoglobin (per 1 g/dL increase) | 1.3 | 1.1–1.5 | 0.001 |
| Beta-thalassemia | 1.2 | 0.7–2.1 | 0.4 |
Abbreviation: AOR= adjusted odds ratio, 95% CI= 95% confidence interval
