Determine the current distribution of infection with Babesia microti among blood donors in the US and the accompanying risk to transfusion recipients.
Review approaches to reducing the risk of transfusion-transmitted B. microti in the US and the costs of one such intervention.
Recognize the threat of transfusion-transmission of Anaplasma phagocytophilum in parts of the US.
CE Category
CE Value
California Clinical Laboratory Personnel
1.5
California Nurse
1.8
Florida Laboratory Personnel
1.8
General Attendee
1.5
Physician
1.5
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