MODERATOR
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SPEAKER
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Allison Hubel, PhD, Professor, Dept. Mech Engr, Universirty of Minnesota
Dr. Zbigniew Szczepiorkowski, MD, PhD, FCAP, Medical Director, Transfusion Medicine Service, Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center
Description
The goal of cellular processing facilities is to provide products of the highest quality through proper processes and procedures. The objective of this audioconference is to describe and demonstrate thorough visual tools, current practices of cellular cryopreservation, thaw, storage and infusion. The speakers will address the biologic mechanism associated with the addition and removal of cryoprotectant solutions as well as techniques to ensure optimum cellular product cryopreservation, storage, thaw and infusion.
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Describe processes for thawing and infusion of cellular products including methods to optimize cellular recovery, testing requirements, and approaches to safe infusion.
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Discuss the practice and science of cellular cryopreservation including types of cryopreservative solutions, addition of cryoprotectants, freezing methodologies and storage systems.
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Provide a visual demonstration of cryopreservation, thaw and infusion techniques for cellular therapy products.
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.