Tipo sanguineo e perfil hematológico do doador felinodo projeto pet salva vidas

Abstract

This study aimed to evaluate the profile of feline blood donors registered in the "Projeto Pet Salva Vidas" at the Federal University of Paraíba, focusing on blood typing and hematological parameters of these animals. The research included five domestic cats, all males, four SRD and one Persian breeds, which met the health criteria established by current veterinary blood transfusion guidelines. To ensure the safety of donors and recipients, blood count, FIV and FeLV tests, and blood typing were performed. The methodology involved the collection of blood samples under aseptic conditions in a controlled environment to minimize animal stress, using appropriate restraint techniques and synthetic pheromones. Results indicated that all felines were free from FIV and FeLV, with hematological profiles within normal donor parameters, and showed blood type A, except for one Persian cat classified as type B. These findings reinforce the prevalence of type A in the feline population, especially among non- pedigree cats, and highlight the importance of rigorous donor selection to avoid transfusion reactions. It is concluded that the implementation of strict criteria for selecting feline donors can significantly improve the safety and efficacy of blood transfusions in cats, contributing to better practices in veterinary blood banks. Future studies with larger samples are recommended to explore the prevalence of different blood types.