Main description:

This new edition of Essentials of Blood Banking brings students and residents fully up to date with the latest scientific and technological advances in blood banking and transfusion.

The book begins with discussion on immunohaematology and different blood group systems. The following sections examine transfusion, screening, donors and storage.

The second edition includes a new chapter on obstetrical transfusion practice, as well as fully updated guidelines on neonatal and paediatric transfusion.

Key points

Fully revised, new edition bringing residents and students up to date with the latest advances in blood banking and transfusion
Includes new chapter on obstetrical transfusion practice
Diagrams, plates and tables enhance learning
Previous edition published in 2006

Contents:

Immunohaematology
ABO blood group system
Rh blood group system
Other blood group systems
Antihuman globulin (Coombs') test
Detection and identification of antibodies
Cross-matching (compatibility testing)
Transfusion reactions and complications
Screening for diseases transmitted through blood
Blood donor and collection of blood
Storage and preservation of blood and its components
Haemolytic disease of the newborn
Blood components
Transfusion therapy
Neonatal and pediatric transfusion
Obstetrical transfusion practice