MODERATOR
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SPEAKER
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Michael Verneris
John D. McMannis, Ph.D., Director, Cell Therapy Laboratory, The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center
Cord blood processing methods and quality assessment
Karen Ballen
Description
Developed in conjunction with American Society for Blood and Marrow Transplantation (ASBMT)
Through lectures and case studies, the faculty will present important information on cord blood. Topics covered will be cord blood banking, pediatric cord blood transplants, and adult cord blood transplants. We will explore the current controversies in cord blood banking, new regulatory concerns, and advances in cord blood transplantation for children and adults.
LEARNER OUTCOMES:
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Appreciate new developments in the cord blood field.
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Assess the regulatory issues affecting cord blood banking.
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Determine the advantages and disadvantages of public and private cord blood banking.
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Discuss the outcomes of pediatric and adult cord blood transplants.
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Review the latest techniques in cord blood collection and processing.
CE Category | CE Value |
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California Clinical Laboratory Personnel |
1.5 |
California Nurse |
1.9 |
Florida Laboratory Personnel |
1.8 |
General Attendee |
1.5 |
Physician |
1.5 |
Please note: Continuing education (CE) credit is available for online offerings only. Individuals that purchase CD-ROMs will not receive CE credit for the programs they view.