A patient's hemoglobin went from a value of 13.0 gm/dl after transfusion to 10.6 gm/dl 3 days after transfusion. What is the most likely type of transfusion reaction?

a. Allergic
b. TRALI
c. HLA-mediated
d. Delayed


Correct Answer: D

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