Molecular immunohematology is not new and has recently gained momentum since AABB standards have been established. This event will consist of rotating speed date-like sessions led by immunohematology "chaperones." The session will consist of 6 or more tables of 8 participants organized into the following themes: clinical applications of molecular immunohematology; "dry" genotype-matched blood; donor genotype databases; blood group variants and the molecular basis of blood group expression; establishing a molecular immunohematology lab; transfusion support of alloimmunized patients. Participants will move on to another theme at the end of each speed date. At the conclusion, the chaperons will conduct a summary of the discussions with participant interaction. Plan to attend this first ever but popular approach to meet new colleagues, share experiences and swap new ideas.


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