Basic Applied Concepts Of Immunohematology

This introductory level text integrates basic theory (genetics, immunology and immunohaematology) with a special emphasis on the application of immunohaematology. Basic ideas are supplemented with practical problem-solving exercises.

Using an easy-to-understand writing style, this text integrates immunohematology theory and application to provide you with the knowledge and skills you need to be successful in blood banking. Problem-solving exercises and case studies help you develop a solid understanding of all areas of blood banking. Learning objectives begin each chapter. Illustrated blood group boxes throughout chapter 6, Other Blood Group Systems, give the ISBT symbol, number, and the clinical significance of the antibodies at a glance. Margin notes and definitions in each chapter highlight important material and offer additional explanations. Chapter summaries recap the most important points of the chapter. Study questions at the end of each chapter provide an opportunity for review. Critical thinking exercises with case studies help you apply what you have learned in the chapter. UPDATED! Information and photos on automation include equipment actually used in the lab. Flow charts showing antibody detection and identification help you detect and identify antibodies. Advanced topics on Transplantation and Cellular Therapy, the HLA System, Molecular Techniques and Applications, Automation, Electronic Crossmatching, and Therapeutic Apheresis make the text relevant for 4-year MLS programs.

This is a Pageburst digital textbook; 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 reagents and equipment. An entire chapter is devoted to basic genetics and immunology coverage. Blood group systems are described in easy-to-follow, student-friendly terms. Illustrations and tables help you understand critical information. A two-color design brightens the text and makes it more reader-friendly. Chapter outlines, review questions, learning objectives, and key terms are included in each chapter, highlighting and reinforcing important material. Critical Thinking exercises ask you to draw conclusions based on a case study. Chapter summaries include a paragraph, table, or box of the essential information. NEW information reflects changes in the field, including: Different types of DNA testing and uses Automation impact and issues Latest donor criteria from the AABB and the FDA Hepatitis C and HIV NAT testing West Nile testing Bacterial contamination statistics and prevention Bone marrow transplant blood use Peripheral stem cell collection Cord blood collection and use More case studies, examples, and flow charts in the Antibody Detection and Identification chapter help to illustrate principles and practices. Margin Notes are added throughout to reinforce key terms and procedures. More review questions are added for thorough and efficient self-assessment. Expanded Evolve resources include web links, ArchieMD animations, and additional study questions

Revised edition of: Basic & applied concepts of immunohematology / Kathy D. Blaney, Paula R. Howard. 2nd ed. c2009.

BASIC AND APPLIED CONCEPTS OF IMMUNOHEMATOLOGY clearly addresses the fundamental knowledge and skills necessary in an entry-level blood-banking book. This introductory level textbook prepares the reader for the practicing laboratory by adequately integrating basic theory (genetics, immunology and immunohematology) with a special emphasis on the application of theory to modern transfusion and blood-bank settings. This textbook delivers basic ideas supplemented with practical problem-solving exercises housed in a reader friendly framework. Throughout the text, information is tied to practice through clinical scenarios and critical thinking exercises. * Prepares the student for the "real world" of the blood banking laboratory, provided by the authors' years of research and extensive experience. * Focuses on the application of concepts/science and shows students how the classroom theories apply to their work in the laboratory. * Includes extensive quality control assurance and regulatory issues coverage in both reagents and equipment. * Includes an entire chapter on basic genetics and immunology coverage for introductory MLT/MT students. * Includes description, uses, and limitations of blood bank reagents in an entire chapter. * Provides user-friendly coverage of blood groups systems - great introductory level information for beginning blood bankers. * Contains many illustrations and tables showing critical information to help make key concepts more memorable to the students. * Ends each chapter with a Chapter Summary consisting of a paragraph, table, or box of essential information presented in a clear and memorable format. * Incorporates Critical Thinking Exercises after each Chapter Summary, requiring the reader to process information and draw conclusions based on their readings. * Contains a Chapter Outline, Study Questions, Learning Objectives and Key Terms with definitions for each chapter. * Provides key terms in a glossary at the end of the book as well as in each chapter. * Highlights diagrams, tables, important headings and boxes with the two-color interior design. * Includes Instructor's Manual with answers to the text's critical thinking exercises, laboratory exercises, laboratory worksheets and additional questions - a valuable instructor's resource.

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 reagents and equipment.An entire chapter is devoted to basic genetics and immunology coverage.Blood group systems are described in easy-to-follow, student-friendly terms.Illustrations and tables help you understand critical information.A two-color design brightens the text and makes it more reader-friendly.Chapter outlines, review questions, learning objectives, and key terms are included in each chapter, highlighting and reinforcing important material.Critical Thinking exercises ask you to draw conclusions based on a case study.Chapter summaries include a paragraph, table, or box of the essential information.NEW information reflects changes in the field, including: Different types of DNA testing and usesAutomation impact and issuesLatest donor criteria from the AABB and the FDAHepatitis C and HIV NAT testingWest Nile testingBacterial contamination statistics and preventionBone marrow transplant blood usePeripheral stem cell collectionCord blood collection and useMore case studies, examples, and flow charts in the Antibody Detection and Identification chapter help to illustrate principles and practices.Margin Notes are added throughout to reinforce key terms and procedures.More review questions are added for thorough and efficient self-assessment.Expanded Evolve resources include web links, ArchieMD animations, and additional study questions

Basic & Applied Concepts of Blood Banking and Transfusion Practices, 4th Edition combines logically organized and updated content in a highly readable way that makes difficult concepts easy to understand. This essential text enables you to develop a solid understanding of all areas of blood banking by utilizing common theory, clinical scenarios, case studies, and critical-thinking exercises. Additional content on HIV testing, ABID panels, immunology and serology, HLA, and global blood banking keeps this book current so you’re learning the skills necessary to work in the modern lab. Further your knowledge with the QR codes in the margins that link to new images and websites. Illustrated blood group boxes provide you with the ISBT symbol, number, and the clinical significance of the antibodies at a glance throughout Chapter 7, Other Red Cell Blood Group Systems, Human Leukocyte Antigens, and Platelet Antigens. Study questions and critical thinking exercises give you an opportunity to review what you’ve learned. Margin notes and definitions highlight important material in each chapter and offer you additional help. Coverage of advanced topics includes transplantation and cellular therapy, the HLA system, molecular techniques and applications, automation, electronic cross-matching, and therapeutic apheresis. Chapter summaries recap the most important points of the chapter. Learning objectives help frame the chapter and set expectations. NEW! QR codes in the margins further learning by linking to new images or websites related to chapter content. NEW! Completely updated content prepares you to work in today’s clinical lab environment with lessons about HIV testing and confirmation rules from the CDC, ABID panels, immunology and serology, HLA, and global blood banking.