Seroprevalence of tick-borne infections in blood donors in Europe: a systematic review

Key Points

• Tick-borne infections show varying seroprevalence rates among blood donors across Europe, suggesting regional differences in exposure.
• The review highlights that 5% to 20% of blood donors tested positive for key tick-borne pathogens.
• Systematic review utilized data from multiple studies across Europe to assess overall seroprevalence.
• Findings underscore health implications, as increased tick-borne infection rates may affect blood safety and transfusion practices.