Introduction to Transfusion Service
Instructor:
Theresa Nester, MD; Adam Orkand, BA
Contact Hours:
2.0
Date:
January 01, 2025 - December 31, 2026
Description:
Pre-transfusion testing. The laboratory’s role in the evaluation of a suspected transfusion reaction. ABO compatibility. Antibody screen and crossmatch.
Learning Objectives:
- Name the 4 components that can be made from a unit of whole blood and describe the function of each
- Define the following terms: antigen, clinically significant antibody, hemolysis, and the complement system.
- List compatible components for the following patient blood groups: A,B, O, and AB.
- Define the antibody screen and explain why it is important in pre-transfusion testing.
- Name 3 crossmatch tests and define when an antiglobulin crossmatch must be done.
- Describe the laboratory's role in the evaluation of a suspected transfusion reaction.
- Define the elements of accurate and thorough testing prior to infusion of blood components to a patient