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What was the practical outcome of Rous's and Turner's research during WWI?

  • Vaccine creation

  • Antibiotic discovery

  • Blood bank

  • Prosthetic limbs

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**Blood bank:** The pioneering work of Rous and Turner during WWI led to the establishment of the first successful blood bank. This innovation revolutionized medical practices by enabling the safe storage and transfusion of blood, dramatically improving patient outcomes and saving countless lives during the war and beyond. Their research laid the foundation for modern blood banking practices, ensuring a reliable supply of blood for transfusions and medical procedures.
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