Hematopoietic progenitor cell (HPC) transplant continues to be used in more and more situations. In this episode, Dr. Brian Adkins outlines the many issues surrounding transfusion support in HPC transplant patients.
Dr. Will Flanary, "Dr. Glaucomflecken," has a huge worldwide following for his hilarious medical videos. Will and his wife Kristin join me to share life stories behind the laughter.
CE episode, with chance to win a FREE GIFT! Understanding special techniques like adsorption, elution, and enzymes feels like learning a new language! Jan Hamilton is here to help you learn to speak "reference lab."
CE episode! New thoughts or ideas seem to pop up in transfusion medicine all the time. Dr. Rich Haspel has thoughts on how to evaluate the evidence, including his take on "low-titer group O whole blood" in trauma.
CE episode! This centennial episode marks a return of many previous guests, offering concise learning "pearls" for listeners of all levels.
Rh Immune Globulin prevents at-risk moms from making anti-D, but calculating proper dose can be challenging. Let's simplify things!
CE episode! The REDS research project has transformed transfusion medicine, and the REDS-IV-P phase co-chairs say the best is yet to come!
CE episode! Acute Normovolemic Hemodilution has a funny name and a shortage of data to support its use. Dr. Steve Frank shows us why it could be a great tool to reduce allogeneic red cell transfusion!
CE episode! Blood shortages happen, but the one associated with COVID-19 is unique. AABB Chief Medical Officer Dr. Claudia Cohn explains.
CE episode! Plasma product names are confusing, but few are as misunderstood as Liquid Plasma. Dr. Chris Gresens explains why LP might be perfect for your transfusion service.
CE episode! Thalassemia is an enormous global problem! Dr. Sujit Sheth is passionate about caring for patients with thalassemia, and he shares his passion with us on this special episode.
CE episode! When red cell alloantibodies are unpredictable, the monocyte monolayer assay can clear things right up! Sandy Nance explains this very useful test.
Platelet transfusions are life-saving in many situations, but what do you do when they might NOT be helpful?Platelets have been used to save the lives of patients with low platelet counts for decades. For the most part, they are considered a safe and effective...
In 2017, Mark Yazer told us all about “Low-titer Group O Whole Blood (LTOWB).” He's BACK to update us on the latest and greatest news.
RHD genotyping has not been as widely implemented as we had hoped. Sue Johnson is here to tell us why and how we can do better! NOTE: CE credit has expired for this episode.
Cardiorespiratory transfusion reactions such as TACO and TRALI are deadly. Learn from an expert how to identify and manage them. NOTE: CE credit has expired for this episode.
Warm autoantibodies have a well-deserved reputation as tough challenges. Two experts show you some best practices to make things easier.
Transfusion-transmitted infection is less likely today than ever, but that safety comes with a lot of effort. In this interview, you will learn current blood center strategies to keep blood safe. NOTE: CE credit has expired for this episode.
In this Halloween-themed episode, Mark Fung and Jay Hudgins describe how to handle intense transfusion service situations. NOTE: CE credit has expired for this episode.
Uh-oh! Your patient needs blood, but EVERYTHING is incompatible! Jill Storry says, "Take it easy. Here's what to do next." NOTE: CE credit has expired for this episode.
In the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic, does convalescent plasma from recovered patients offer fresh hope for those who are critically ill?
Is your hospital transfusion committee doing what it should be doing? Carolyn Burns is back to help guide you to a better experience! NOTE: CE credit has expired for this episode.
Emergency episode! Blood banks, hospitals, and blood donors need to know what to do about COVID-19 now. Lou Katz explains. Recorded 3/16/20.
April 1, 2020 brings another AABB Standards update, and Standards Committee Chair Rich Gammon walks you through your action items. NOTE: CE credit has expired for this episode.
Safe blood donors, safe recipients: Mindy Goldman outlines Canada's decisions on older donors and men who have had sex with men. NOTE: CE credit has expired for this episode.
Long ago, pathogen reduction was just a dream, but pioneers like Ray Goodrich figured it out. He talks the past, present and future of PRT.
Platelet transfusion decisions must Involve more than just the platelet count! Joe Sweeney explains how we can all make better choices. NOTE: CE credit has expired for this episode.
Pathogen-reduced platelets may soon be an attractive option for hospitals, but how do you implement them? Pat Kopko shares UCSD's solution! NOTE: CE credit has expired for this episode.
The US FDA released the Final Guidance on bacteria in platelets on 9/30/19. Pat Kopko is here to help you understand what you need to do now.
Are we ignoring the most important coagulation factor when transfusing bleeding patients? Melissa Cushing asks, "What about fibrinogen?" NOTE: CE credit has expired for this episode.
Irradiation prevents TA-GHVD, a lethal transfusion complication. But does it really do what you think it does? NOTE: CE credit has expired for this episode.
What's cold is hot again! You need to hear how one large US center implemented cold-stored whole blood for trauma transfusion.
What if everything we THOUGHT we knew about neonatal platelet transfusion is wrong? NOTE: CE credit has expired for this episode.
The new ASFA Guidelines for therapeutic apheresis treatment are now available. Here’s why you need to get your hands on them today!
Despite "matching," harmful RBC antibodies in patients with sickle cell disease still happen. Are we doing enough? Dr. Stella Chou details our next steps. NOTE: CE credit has expired for this episode.
Blood centers have gone to great lengths in our efforts to prevent TRALI. Beth Shaz is here to explain what has and hasn't worked. NOTE: CE credit has expired for this episode.
Cardiac surgery can be scary for blood banks! A busy cardiac surgeon pulls back the curtain on what is really happening in the OR!
While blood management is discussed everywhere today, your program may need to make wiser choices. Carolyn Burns shows you how. NOTE: CE credit has expired for this episode.
Here's what we thought we knew: IgA deficiency leads to anaphylactic transfusion reactions. Jerry Sandler says, "it's not that simple!"
Jehovah's Witnesses refuse transfusion based on religious beliefs, but blood bankers are still important in their care. Jed Gorlin shows us why.
Despite disappointing recent studies, Ron Strauss believes granulocyte concentrates still have an important role in modern Transfusion Medicine. NOTE: CE credit has expired for this episode.
Anti-CD47 is an exciting new cancer drug that totally messes up routine blood bank testing! Connie Westhoff shows how to get past the interference and keep patients safe. NOTE: CE credit has expired for this episode.
Donating blood for your own use (autologous) or choosing your blood donor (directed donation) seems wise, but Julie Karp says, "not always!" NOTE: CE credit has expired for this episode.
You know all about AABB Standards, but how do you make them practical? Anne Chenoweth gives us tips to make your next AABB assessment better! NOTE: CE credit has expired for this episode.
Nancy Dunbar says simple adjustments to "the rules" could reduce shortages of O-neg RBCs, AB plasma, and platelets! NOTE: CE credit has expired for this episode.
Do females that could have babies in the future need to be matched for antigens like K to prevent HDFN? Meghan Delaney explains what she discovered in the "AMIGO Study."
Blood clots after surgery are a huge problem. Ruchika Goel explains the possible scary link between red cell transfusion and venous thromboembolism. NOTE: CE credit has expired for this episode.
Isolated nonspecific reactions ("antibodies of undetermined specificity") on antibody workups are common and irritating, but are they important? Brenda Grossman explains.
Jeannie Callum says liver disease patients receive too much blood (almost 1 in every 5 blood products!), and shows us how to improve practice. NOTE: CE credit has expired for this episode.
"I never KNEW about that paper!" All too common, right? Two editors of a synopsis of 2016-17 BB/TM literature summarize what you should know. NOTE: CE credit has expired for this episode.