Blood Transfusion in Islam: An Integrative Analysis of Quranic Interpretation, Medical Ethics, and Social Perspectives

This study examines the Islamic bioethical perspective on blood
transfusion, a common medical procedure that raises ethical and religious
concerns. The research analyzes Quranic verses, hadiths, Islamic
jurisprudence, and scholarly interpretations to understand the Islamic
stance on blood, its use in medical treatments, and the permissibility of
blood transfusion. While blood is generally considered impure in Islam and
its consumption is prohibited, exceptions are made for life-saving medical
interventions. The study explores the Quranic and hadith-based concepts
of blood, its various mentions and contexts in Islamic texts, and how these
relate to modern medical practices. It also discusses the medical benefits
and risks of blood transfusion, including its life-saving potential and
possible complications, within the framework of medical ethics. The
research highlights the Islamic principle of preserving life (hifdzu al nafs)
and how it applies to blood transfusion. Social aspects, including blood
donation as an act of solidarity and charity, are examined through an
Islamic lens. The study concludes that blood transfusion is permissible in
Islam when medically necessary, aligning with the religion's emphasis on
preserving life and helping others. This research contributes to the growing
field of Islamic bioethics in contemporary medical practices