Book Detail
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Technical Manual (AABB)
Cohn, Claudia, Ed.
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Previous ISBN (13): 9781563953705
Category: Blood Bank Technology
Publisher: Association for the Advancement of Blood & Biother
NOTE: THIS IS A NON-RETURNABLE ITEM
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Synopsis:
If there is such a thing as a must-have resource, the Technical Manual would be it. In its 29 chapters and 100+ methods/appendices this book provides valuable content for newcomers as well as seasoned professionals alike. The full spectrum of blood collection and transfusion is detailed: quality and regulatory issues, donor eligibility, component preparation, blood groups, antigen/antibody testing, transfusion practice (including special situations and patients, and transfusion outcomes. Additionally, this edition captures the late-breaking changes in donor deferrals made by the FDA just weeks before the new edition was released. Other notable updates: Apheresis content updated to 2023 ASFA indications. Influence of COVID-19 included in discussions of disaster preparedness, blood shortages, convalescent plasma. Expanded cell therapy content. Changes in neonatal and pediatric transfuse practice. Updates in molecular testing.
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