Translation and Meaning of: 輸血 - yuketsu

The word 「輸血」, read as "yuketsu", refers to the process of blood transfusion, an essential medical practice involving the transfer of blood or blood components from a donor to a recipient. This transfer is crucial in situations of significant blood loss, such as during surgeries or after accidents that result in significant hemorrhaging.

Etymologically, 「輸血」 combines two kanji: 「輸」 and 「血」. 「輸」（ゆ, yu）has the meaning of "to transport" or "to transfer," while 「血」（けつ, ketsu）means "blood." Therefore, the combination of these characters literally translates to "blood transfer." This formation clearly indicates the function of the process, making the word self-explanatory and easily understandable even for those who are not familiar with technical medical Japanese.

The practice of blood transfusion, represented in Japanese by the word 「輸血」, has a fascinating history. Beginning in the 17th century with pioneering experiments, the safety and effectiveness of transfusions improved with the discovery of blood groups by Karl Landsteiner in the early 20th century. This revolutionized medicine and led to the modern practice, which still relies on the principles represented by the Japanese term: the careful transfer and compatibility of blood between individuals.

Furthermore, the term 「輸血」 can also appear in different clinical contexts, such as 「輸血療法」 (yuketsu ryōhō), which means "transfusion therapy," and 「自己輸血」 (jiko yuketsu), which refers to "autologous transfusion," where the patient receives their own blood. These variations are important in the treatment of various medical conditions and are frequently discussed in the field of modern medicine in Japan and around the world.

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Synonyms and similar words

• 輸液 (Yukei) - Administration of intravenous fluids; hydration or fluid replacement treatment.
• 輸血液 (Yuketsueki) - Blood or hemoderivatives used in transfusion; specifically refers to the blood that is transferred from one person to another.
• 輸血療法 (Yuketsu ryōhō) - Blood transfusion therapy; a medical treatment that uses blood transfusions to treat health conditions.

輸血

Romaji: yuketsu
Kana: ゆけつ
Type: noun
L: jlpt-n2

Translation / Meaning: blood transfusion

Meaning in English: blood transfusion

Definition: Transfer the blood from another person to you.

Example Sentences - (輸血) yuketsu

See below some example sentences:

輸血が必要です。

Yuketsu ga hitsuyou desu

Blood transfusion is required.

Blood transfusion is required.

• 輸血 - blood transfusion
• が - subject particle
• 必要 - necessary
• です - verb to be in the polite form