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What is the main function of a blood bank?
What is the main function of a blood bank?
What tasks are included in blood banking?
What tasks are included in blood banking?
Which type of blood transfusion is given to patients with anemia/iron deficiency?
Which type of blood transfusion is given to patients with anemia/iron deficiency?
What is the purpose of transfusing red blood cells or packed cells?
What is the purpose of transfusing red blood cells or packed cells?
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What is the purpose of an antibody elution procedure in clinical laboratory diagnostics?
What is the purpose of an antibody elution procedure in clinical laboratory diagnostics?
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When is an antibody elution deemed necessary in a blood product transfusion recipient?
When is an antibody elution deemed necessary in a blood product transfusion recipient?
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What are examples of routine tests used in clinical blood banks?
What are examples of routine tests used in clinical blood banks?
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What is the purpose of treatment with thiol reagent in specialized tests used in blood banking?
What is the purpose of treatment with thiol reagent in specialized tests used in blood banking?
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In the context of clinical blood banks, what do antibody elutions aid in investigating?
In the context of clinical blood banks, what do antibody elutions aid in investigating?
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Study Notes
Blood Banking and Transfusions
- The main function of a blood bank is to collect, test, and distribute blood and blood components to patients in need.
Tasks in Blood Banking
- Blood banking involves several tasks, including:
- Blood collection and processing
- Blood testing (e.g., typing, screening for infectious diseases)
- Storage and distribution of blood and blood components
- Matching of donor and recipient blood types
- Preparation of blood products (e.g., red blood cells, plasma, platelets)
Blood Transfusions
- Patients with anemia or iron deficiency typically receive a packed red blood cell (PRBC) transfusion.
- The purpose of transfusing red blood cells or packed cells is to increase oxygen delivery to tissues and organs.
Antibody Elution Procedure
- The antibody elution procedure is used in clinical laboratory diagnostics to:
- Identify antibodies in a patient's blood that react with donor red blood cells
- Determine the specificity of antibodies in a patient's blood
- An antibody elution is deemed necessary when a patient has a history of multiple transfusions or has developed antibodies against donor red blood cells.
Routine Tests in Clinical Blood Banks
- Examples of routine tests used in clinical blood banks include:
- ABO and Rh blood typing
- Antibody screening
- Cross-matching
- Infectious disease testing (e.g., HIV, hepatitis)
Treatment with Thiol Reagent
- Treatment with thiol reagent is used in specialized tests to:
- Enhance antibody detection
- Improve the sensitivity of antibody testing
- In the context of clinical blood banks, antibody elutions aid in investigating:
- Hemolytic disease of the fetus and newborn
- Hemolytic transfusion reactions
- Autoimmune hemolytic anemia
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Test your knowledge about blood banks and blood donation with this quiz. Explore the functions and processes involved in blood banks, including storage, preservation, and compatibility testing. Learn more about the vital role of blood banks in providing life-saving transfusions.
