Blood Transfusion Reaction Resolution
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What is the purpose of the antibody screen crossmatch test?

  • To determine the blood type of the recipient
  • To identify antibodies directed against antigens on donor cells
  • To detect hemoglobin levels in donor blood
  • To identify antibodies directed against antigens on screening cells (correct)
  • What is the purpose of the Red Cell Affinity Column Technology (ReACT) test?

  • To identify the blood type of the donor
  • To detect antibodies directed against antigens on donor cells
  • To detect both antigen and antibody using an immunoreactive gel (correct)
  • To determine the compatibility of the donor and recipient blood
  • What is the purpose of the Solid-Phase Adherence Assay (SPAA) test?

  • To identify the blood type of the recipient
  • To determine the compatibility of the donor and recipient blood
  • To detect hemagglutination in solution
  • To detect both antigen and antibody using an immunoreactive gel (correct)
  • What is the purpose of the Electronic (Computerized) Crossmatch test?

    <p>To determine the compatibility of the donor and recipient blood</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of test is used to detect antibodies directed against antigens on donor cells?

    <p>Antibody screen crossmatch test</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of crossmatching in blood transfusion?

    <p>To prevent transfusion reactions and increase in vivo survival of red cells</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why are some antibodies of the IgM type detected at lower temperatures?

    <p>Because they are more reactive at lower temperatures</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of performing an antibody screen in patient serum?

    <p>To detect the presence of any unexpected antibodies in patient serum</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is the minor crossmatch unnecessary in modern blood banking?

    <p>Because donated units are already tested for antibodies through antibody paneling</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the desired outcome of a crossmatch in blood transfusion?

    <p>A non-reactive crossmatch</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What percentage of antibody titers become undetectable after 10 years?

    <p>Nearly 50%</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the most critical pretransfusion serologic test?

    <p>ABO/Rh typing</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is it necessary to perform ABO/Rh typing before proceeding to antibody detection or crossmatching?

    <p>Because it is the most critical pretransfusion serologic test</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens to many antibody titers over time?

    <p>They decrease to undetectable levels</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is an example of a notorious antibody that can cause a delayed type of hemolytic transfusion reaction?

    <p>KIDD BGS</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of centrifugation in the card containing the microtubes?

    <p>To separate the cells from the serum</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of antibody is usually detected in the IS phase?

    <p>IgM Naturally occurring Antibody</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of the gel matrix in Gel Technology?

    <p>To separate particles based on size</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of antibodies are detected in the IAT phase?

    <p>IgG Alloantibodies</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the characteristic of naturally occurring antibodies?

    <p>They are usually IgM in nature</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary focus of the AABB standards for crossmatching?

    <p>Detecting ABO incompatibility and clinically significant antibodies</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of collecting donor samples at the same time as the full donor unit?

    <p>To store a backup sample in case the original unit is contaminated</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the next step if antibodies are NOT detected in the antibody screen?

    <p>Perform an immediate spin crossmatch</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the desired outcome of a complete crossmatch?

    <p>A non-reactive result indicating compatibility</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the significance of the segments in blood banking?

    <p>They are a sample of the donor's blood for testing</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of attaching segments to the unit of whole blood during specimen collection?

    <p>To prevent contamination of the blood in the bag</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is NOT a function of the crossmatch test?

    <p>Guarantee normal survival of RBCs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When is a complete crossmatch performed?

    <p>When an antibody or previous alloantibody is detected</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the limitation of current crossmatching procedures?

    <p>They cannot guarantee normal survival of RBCs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary goal of performing crossmatching in blood transfusion?

    <p>To verify donor cell ABO compatibility</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the minimum acceptable hematocrit level for therapeutic phlebotomy?

    <p>40%</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of a therapeutic apheresis?

    <p>To remove a portion of blood from a patient for medical reasons</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the most common testing method for infectious disease screening?

    <p>Microplate</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main purpose of the antibody screen in donor's plasma?

    <p>To detect antibodies produced after transfusion or pregnancy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens to donor samples after transfusion?

    <p>They are stored at 1-6 degrees Celsius for at least 7 days</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of quarantine and recipient tracing?

    <p>To quarantine prior collections from the donor</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary purpose of ABO and D typing?

    <p>To determine the blood type of the donor</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main purpose of the Western Blot test?

    <p>To confirm the presence of a pathogen</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main purpose of Hemagglutination testing?

    <p>To detect the presence of syphilis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the minimum weight requirement for a therapeutic phlebotomy donor?

    <p>59 kg</p> Signup and view all the answers

    If an antibody is present, units negative for the antigen must be given.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Clinically significant antibodies are reactive at room temperature.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The minor crossmatch is required by AABB.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The purpose of crossmatching is to detect ABO errors.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    A non-reactive crossmatch indicates the donor units are not compatible for transfusion.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The crossmatch test can guarantee normal survival of RBCs.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The electronic crossmatch test can detect all antibodies against donor cells.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The purpose of attaching segments to the unit of whole blood is to prevent contamination of the blood in the bag.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    A complete crossmatch is performed when no antibody is detected in the antibody screen.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The crossmatch test can detect ABO/Rh errors.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The AABB standard for crossmatching requires the detection of only ABO incompatibility.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Samples for donor testing can be collected at any time after the full donor unit.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    If antibodies are detected in the antibody screen, only the immediate spin (IS) phase is performed.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The segments are a sample of the actual unit of whole blood and are used for testing.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The desired outcome of a crossmatch is an agglutination reaction.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In a crossmatch, if the antibody screen is positive and the antibody is directed against an antigen on the donor cell, the next step is to select antigen negative blood.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The Solid-Phase Adherence Assay (SPAA) can only detect antigens.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In a crossmatch, if the antibody screen is positive and the antibody is directed against an antigen on the screening cell, the next step is to perform a complete crossmatch.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The Red Cell Affinity Column Technology (ReACT) is different from Gel Technology.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    If the antibody screen is negative, no further testing is required.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following terms with their corresponding descriptions:

    <p>Antibody screen = Detects the presence of any unexpected antibodies in patient serum Crossmatching = Prevents transfusion reactions and increases in vivo survival of red cells Minor Crossmatching = Not required by AABB since 1976 Clinically significant antibodies = Reactive at 37°C</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following processes with their corresponding purposes:

    <p>ABO/Rh typing = Prevents ABO errors Antibody identification = Detects the presence of any unexpected antibodies in patient serum Crossmatching = Increases in vivo survival of red cells Antibody paneling = Detects antibodies in donated units</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following tests with their corresponding characteristics:

    <p>IgM type antibodies = May be detected at lower temperatures Antibody screen = Detects the presence of any unexpected antibodies in patient serum Crossmatching = Prevents transfusion reactions Electronic Crossmatch = Cannot detect all antibodies against donor cells</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following terms with their corresponding descriptions:

    <p>Universal Recipient = Has antibodies against all ABO blood groups Universal Donor = Has O type blood with no A or B antibodies Autologous Crossmatching = Used for self-donation Pedipacks = Special packs for infant transfusion</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following steps with their corresponding purposes:

    <p>Collecting donor samples = To test for antibodies in donated units Quarantine and recipient tracing = To prevent transfusion-transmitted infections Therapeutic phlebotomy = To reduce iron overload Hemagglutination testing = To detect antibodies against donor cells</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following blood components with their storage requirements:

    <p>Packed cells = Refrigerated at 2-6°C for up to 35 days Platelets = Stored at room temperature for up to 5 days Fresh Frozen Plasma = Frozen at -18°C or colder for up to 1 year Cryoprecipitate = Frozen at -18°C or colder for up to 1 year</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following crossmatching methods with their temperatures:

    <p>Immediate Spin (IS) = Room temperature 37°C Incubation = 37°C Antiglobulin (AHG) = Room temperature Thermophase = 60°C</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following sample types with their collection requirements:

    <p>Donor samples = Collected at the same time as the full donor unit Pilot samples = Used for testing and labeling Segments = Attached to the unit of whole blood during specimen collection Cards = Used for tracking and identification</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following crossmatching outcomes with their interpretations:

    <p>Non-reactive result = Units are compatible for transfusion Reactive result = Units are incompatible for transfusion Incomplete crossmatch = Performed when no antibodies are detected in the antibody screen Complete crossmatch = Performed when antibodies are detected in the antibody screen</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following steps with their order in the crossmatching process:

    <p>ABO/Rh typing = First step Antibody screen = Second step Immediate Spin (IS) = Third step if no antibodies are detected Complete crossmatch = Final step if antibodies are detected</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following statements about crossmatching with their corresponding descriptions:

    <p>CROSSMATCH WILL = Verify donor cell ABO compatibility and detect most antibodies against donor cells CROSSMATCH WILL NOT = Guarantee normal survival of RBCs or prevent patient from developing an antibody Purpose of attaching segments = To prevent contamination of the blood in the bag Limitation of current crossmatching procedures = Cannot guarantee the fate of a unit of blood to be transfused</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following procedures with their corresponding conditions:

    <p>Perform ONLY immediate spin phase = If no antibody is detected Perform COMPLETE CROSSMATCH = If antibody or previous alloantibody is detected No need to open the actual bags = To prevent contamination of the blood in the bag Units of Whole Blood with segments attached = For donor cells collection</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following statements about blood transfusion with their corresponding descriptions:

    <p>Importance of crossmatching = To prevent hemolytic reaction from the patient Purpose of collecting donor samples = At the same time as the full donor unit Significance of segments = For donor cells collection Limitation of current crossmatching procedures = Not 100% effective yet</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following statements about crossmatching with their corresponding descriptions:

    <p>Primary goal of crossmatching = To detect incompatible units Purpose of crossmatching = To prevent hemolytic reaction from the patient Importance of ABO typing = Before proceeding to antibody detection or crossmatching Limitation of current crossmatching procedures = Cannot guarantee the fate of a unit of blood to be transfused</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following statements about blood transfusion with their corresponding descriptions:

    <p>Purpose of crossmatching = To detect incompatible units Importance of attaching segments = To prevent contamination of the blood in the bag Limitation of current crossmatching procedures = Not 100% effective yet Primary goal of crossmatching = To prevent hemolytic reaction from the patient</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following compatibility tests with their descriptions:

    <p>Manual (IS and IAT) = Uses antigen-antibody reaction and adherence to a solid phase support system Gel Technology = Similar to ReACT; uses an immunoreactive gel and a mixture of protein G and A Electronic (Computerized) Crossmatch = Uses a computerized system to detect antibodies against donor cells Solid-Phase Adherence Assay (SPAA) = Can detect BOTH ANTIGEN and ANTIBODY</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following antibody-screening results with their resolutions:

    <p>Pos Neg = Antibody directed against antigen on screening cell; ID antibody and select antigen negative blood Neg Pos = Antibody directed against antigen on donor cell; ID antibody and select antigen negative blood or perform DAT on donor unit Pos Pos = Antibodies directed against both screening and donor cells; ID antibody and select antigen negative blood for both cells Neg Neg = No antibodies detected; proceed with crossmatch</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following types of antibodies with their characteristics:

    <p>IgM = Usually detected at lower temperatures IgG = May be attached to donor cells Clinically significant = Reactive at room temperature Naturally occurring = Usually detected in the IS phase</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following blood transfusion procedures with their purposes:

    <p>Centrifugation = Primary purpose of centrifugation in the card containing the microtubes Therapeutic phlebotomy = Minimum acceptable hematocrit level for therapeutic phlebotomy Quarantine and recipient tracing = Purpose of quarantine and recipient tracing ABO and D typing = Primary purpose of ABO and D typing</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following blood banking procedures with their limitations:

    <p>Crossmatching = Can detect ABO/Rh errors but does not guarantee normal survival of RBCs Electronic crossmatch = Cannot detect all antibodies against donor cells Antibody screening = Limited to detecting antibodies directed against antigens on screening cells Solid-Phase Adherence Assay = Cannot detect antibodies without antigens</p> Signup and view all the answers

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