Biomedical Laboratory techniques - Course B - Roma Azienda S.Camillo Forlanini

LUCA PIERELLI
MARY ANNA VENNERI
Laura Scozzo
EDDA GHIANDAI

Complementary courses freely chosen by the student.
During the three years of the course, the student selects the in-depth activities most congruent with his / her learning objectives. In particular, the training offers available today are:
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By the end of the seminar, students will be able to:
Understand the organization and functions of a transfusion medicine laboratory.
Describe the main phases of the transfusion process: collection, processing, storage, and distribution of blood and blood components.
Identify the main immunohematological tests and their clinical applications.
Apply quality and safety procedures within the transfusion setting.
Collaborate effectively with other healthcare professionals in the transfusion pathway.

Basic knowledge of biology, physiology, and biochemistry.
Foundations of hematology and immunohematology.
General understanding of Good Laboratory Practice (GLP).

Structure and functions of the Immunohematology and Transfusion Medicine Service.
Blood donor selection and collection.
ABO and Rh typing; compatibility testing.
Preparation and storage of blood components.
Quality and safety control in transfusion medicine.
Management of adverse transfusion reactions.
Regulatory aspects and traceability.
The role of the laboratory technician in the transfusion process.
Case studies and simulations.

Cappellini MD, Fiorelli G. Transfusion Medicine. Edra, latest edition.
Roback JD et al. AABB Technical Manual. Latest edition.
Italian National Blood Centre (CNS) guidelines.
Teaching materials provided by the instructor.

Interactive lectures.
Group activities and clinical case discussions.
Guided visit to the transfusion medicine laboratory.
Practical demonstrations of immunohematology tests.

Attendance required for at least 75% of scheduled hours.
Active participation is mandatory to achieve final eligibility.

Evaluation of active participation during the seminar.
Discussion of a case study or group presentation.

What are the main phases of the transfusion process?
Describe the principle of the crossmatch compatibility test.
What quality controls are performed on blood components?
How should an acute transfusion reaction be managed?
What is the role of the laboratory technician in ensuring transfusion safety?

• Structure and functions of the Immunohematology and Transfusion Medicine Service.Blood donor selection and collection.ABO and Rh typing; compatibility testing. 15 hours 


• Preparation and storage of blood components.Quality and safety control in transfusion medicine.Management of adverse transfusion reactions.Regulatory aspects and traceability.The role of the laboratory technician in the transfusion process.Case studies and simulations. 15 hours