🩸 Iron levels in blood donors are crucial! Japan shows lower rates of low serum ferritin levels vs Western countries. It’s time to discuss better iron evaluation for donor health. Dive into our latest article. #IronDeficiency #VoxSanguinis onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/abs/10.111…

Is reverse grouping in ABO blood testing still necessary? 🤔 Peter Ligthart from Sanquin Diagnostic Services explores this hot topic. Essential read for those in patient care and donor services! 🔗 isbtweb.foleon.com/transfusion-to… #BloodTesting #ABOGrouping #TransfusionMedicine

Are you an ISBT member? Don't miss this exclusive opportunity! 🩸🦠 Join AABB's Hot Topic Discussion on emerging infectious diseases and #bloodsafety with complimentary registration for ISBT members. 📅Wednesday, Aug. 7 👉bit.ly/4dmNTpN #Transfusion #PublicHealth

How has molecular testing revolutionized immunohaematology and patient care? Discover the profound impacts in Lilian Castilho's latest article. 🔗 Read more: isbtweb.foleon.com/transfusion-to… #TransfusionToday #MolecularTesting #Immunohaematology #BloodSafety #PatientCare

Join us on Aug 29, 3-4pm CEST, for a webinar on the new #ISBTMentorship Programme. Perfect for future mentors & mentees! ✅ Explore the platform ✅ Get tips & best practices Speakers: Judith Chapman & Syeldy Langi Sasongko. Register now! isbtweb.org/events/an-intr…

Urban Arboviruses in Brazil 🔍 High seroprevalence of dengue & chikungunya in donors despite no virus detected in blood donations. 📈Asymptomatic arbovirus cases pose risks during outbreaks; significant exposure to CHIKV in Rio de Janeiro. Read more: onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/abs/10.111…

G6PD Deficiency in Wuxi, 🇨🇳 🔬 Discovery of two novel G6PD gene variants: c.1312G>A and c.1316G>A. 🩺Haematological parameters differ between G6PD-deficient and non-deficient donors; no adverse transfusion reactions with G6PD-deficient blood. Learn more: onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/full/10.11…

Novel Syphilis Diagnostic Assay 🔬 New assay using TmpA-kodecytes for detecting Treponema pallidum antibodies with high agreement. 💡 97.3% agreement with T. pallidum particle agglutination; low-cost solution at 1 cent per assay volume. Explore here: onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/full/10.11…

What constitutes appropriate training for newly hired lab scientists/technicians? 🧪 Dive into Sue T. Johnson's insightful article from Versiti Blood Center of Wisconsin. 🔗 Read the full article: isbtweb.foleon.com/transfusion-to… #TransfusionToday

🚨 Calling all ISBT members! We’re looking for volunteer reviewers to help select & review top papers for the Transfusion Evidence Round-Up program. No prior experience needed, just a passion for transfusion research. Interested? Register here: isbtweb.org/resources/isbt…

📢 Don’t miss next #webinar on eLearning in #TransfusionMedicine! 🗓️ August 28 ⏰3pm CEST 1️⃣ Global overview of eLearning in TM education 2️⃣ Challenges in developing and assessing eLearning modules 3️⃣ Insights into ISBT’s module on transfusion reactions isbtweb.org/events/e-learn…

#VoxSanguinis! Explore the latest insights from a systematic review and meta-analysis on whether high Body Mass Index (BMI >25) or weight (>80 kg) affects the effectiveness of Anti-D prophylaxis in Rh(D)-negative pregnant women. onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/full/10.11… #TransfusionMedicine

How is IVDR affecting lab-developed tests? Explore the challenges, benefits, and future of immunohaematology labs in Sofia Lejon-Crottet's latest article. 🔍 Discover how these regulations are reshaping transfusion medicine. 🔗 isbtweb.foleon.com/transfusion-to… #TransfusionToday

📅 Mark your calendars! On August 29, 3-4pm CEST, join us for a special #webinar: "An Introduction to the ISBT Mentorship Programme"! Ideal for anyone looking to become a mentor or mentee, whether you’re an experienced professional or just starting out. isbtweb.org/events/an-intr…

🚨 Calling all in cellular therapies! We need your insights on the use of platelet concentrates for #HPL production. Help us understand current practices and challenges by taking our quick survey. Your input is invaluable! 📝katharinaschallmoser.limesurvey.net/578318?lang=en #CellTherapy #Research

🔬✨ New in Transfusion Today's July Issue! ✨🔬 Quality Assurance in Automated Immunohaematology Labs 🧪 Kamini Khillan explores how automation is revolutionizing quality assurance in immunohaematology labs. 🔗 Read the full article: isbtweb.foleon.com/transfusion-to…

🩸 New in #VoxSanguinis! A recent study shows high BMI (>25) or weight (>80 kg) may reduce the effectiveness of Anti-D prophylaxis in Rh(D)-negative pregnant women, raising the risk of haemolytic disease. onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/full/10.11… #MaternalHealth #RhFactor #Obesity

Check out the latest article by experts from AIIMS, New Delhi, covering key strategies from a recent PBM event. Enhance your knowledge with insights shared by international and national speakers. 🔗 isbtweb.foleon.com/transfusion-to… #BloodManagement #TransfusionToday #ISBT #PatientCare

#LearningUpdate! Today, we're exploring Cells & Antibodies as Reagents and the vital role of complement. To detect complement-dependent antibodies, which sample is best? A. EDTA plasma B. Serum from a clotted sample C. Either plasma or serum Which answer would you choose?

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