Umbilical cord blood transfusion as a replacement for adult blood transfusion in newborn

This study aims to evaluate the use of umbilical cord blood as a substitute for adult blood transfusion in newborns. Cord blood is collected from healthy deliveries, screened, and stored. A total of 100 neonates requiring transfusion will be included and randomly assigned to receive either cord blood or adult blood. The study compares efficacy by assessing hemoglobin rise, red cell indices, and storage quality of both blood types. It addresses the shortage of donor blood in neonatal care, especially in resource-limited settings.