Platelet transfusions are traditionally given to those undergoing chemotherapy for leukemia, multiple myeloma, those with aplastic anemia, AIDS, hypersplenism, ITP, sepsis, bone marrow transplant, radiation treatment, organ transplant or surgeries such as cardiopulmonary bypass.
In adults platelets are recommended in those who have levels less than 10,000/ul, less than 20,000/ul if a central venous catheter is being placed, or less than 50,000/ul if a lumbar puncture or major surgery is required [REF].