Basic and Applied Concepts of Immunohematology

Name: Basic and Applied Concepts of Immunohematology
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ISBN: 9780323048057

ISBN-10: 0323048056

ISBN-13: 9780323048057

Edition: 2nd 2009

Authors: Kathy D. Blaney, Paula R. Howard

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Clear and accessible, this text addresses the fundamental knowledge and skills you need to work in a blood-banking laboratory. It integrates basic theory genetics, immunology, and immunohematology then adds practical, problem-solving exercises. Clinical scenarios and critical thinking exercises help you apply basic concepts to modern transfusion and blood-bank settings. Experienced authors offer a practical "in the trenches" view of life in the laboratory. A clinical application focus relates concepts to practice and offers examples of using theoretical information in the laboratory setting. Coverage of quality control assurance and regulatory issues includes the "whys" in both…

Book details

List price: $79.95
Edition: 2nd
Copyright year: 2009
Publisher: Elsevier - Health Sciences Division
Publication date: 1/14/2008
Binding: Hardcover
Pages: 400
Size: 8.50" wide x 10.87" long x 0.77" tall
Weight: 2.442
Language: English



Foundations: Basic Sciences and Reagents



Immunology



Blood Banking Reagents



Genetic Principles of Blood Banking Overview of the Major Blood Groups



ABO and H Blood Group Systems and Secretor Status



Rh Blood Group System



Other Blood Group Systems Essentials of Pretransfusion Testing



Antibody Detection and Identification



Compatibility Testing Blood Collection, Testing, and Components



Donor Selection and Phlebotomy



Testing of Donor Blood



Blood Component Preparation and Therapy Clinical Considerations in Immunohematology



Adverse Complications of Transfusions



Hemolytic Disease of the Fetus and Newborn



Transfusion Therapy in Selected Patients Quality and Safety Issues



Quality Assurance and Regulation of the Blood Industry



Safety Issues in the Blood Bank