Modern Blood Banking & Transfusion Practices, 7th Edition

Modern Blood Banking & Transfusion Practices, 7th Edition

Modern Blood Banking & Transfusion Practices, 7th Edition by Denise M. Harmening is a comprehensive reference that connects the scientific foundations of immunohematology with the practical procedures performed in modern blood banks and transfusion services.

The book begins with essential concepts in genetics, immunology and blood-group serology before progressing to donor selection, blood collection, component preparation, compatibility testing, transfusion therapy and the investigation of adverse transfusion reactions. Its clear explanations, laboratory procedures, clinical applications and approximately 310 illustrations support both academic study and professional practice.

Key Features

• Balanced presentation of blood-banking theory and practice
• Comprehensive coverage of modern immunohematology
• Clear explanations of routine blood-bank procedures
• Approximately 310 illustrations supporting key concepts
• Coverage of blood-group systems and antibody identification
• Practical guidance on compatibility and pretransfusion testing
• Detailed discussion of blood components and transfusion therapy
• Coverage of transfusion reactions and transmitted infections
• Discussion of quality assurance and blood-bank management
• Suitable for both students and practising laboratory professionals

Major Topics Covered

• Basic genetics and immunology
• Antigen-antibody reactions
• ABO and Rh blood-group systems
• Other clinically significant blood-group systems
• Antibody screening and identification
• Compatibility and pretransfusion testing
• Blood-donor selection and blood collection
• Blood processing, preservation and storage
• Preparation of blood components
• Red-cell, platelet and plasma transfusion
• Apheresis and therapeutic apheresis
• Haemolytic disease of the fetus and newborn
• Neonatal and paediatric transfusion
• Investigation of transfusion reactions
• Transfusion-transmitted diseases
• Quality control and quality management
• Molecular testing and blood-bank automation
• Transplantation and cellular therapy

Recommended For

• Medical laboratory science students
• Medical laboratory technology students
• Blood-bank technologists and technicians
• Transfusion-medicine professionals
• Hematology and pathology trainees
• Clinical laboratory scientists
• Nursing and allied-health students
• Medical college and hospital libraries

Book Information

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