The latest edition of this volume features an extensively revised and expanded collection of
immunohematology and transfusion medicine cases comprised of clinical vignettes and antibody
panels with questions based on each case. Arranged in a workbook format the text presents
cases based on real patient problems that are typically encountered and covers a number of
common issues and challenging problems in blood banking and transfusion practice. Discussion
and resolution of each case is provided in a separate answer section including up-to-date
information on pertinent advances in the field. This second edition also contains new cases on
topics not previously covered including types of compatibility testing polyagglutination
hematopoietic stem cell transplantation immunohematology test drug interference granulocyte
transfusion heparin-induced thrombocytopenia and the approach to the bloodless patient.
Written by experts in the field Immunohematology and Transfusion Medicine: A Case Study
Approach Second Edition provides an interactive tool that makes blood banking and transfusion
medicine memorable practical and relevant to residents and fellows.
