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Molecular Testing: Working Hand in Hand with Serology
Program Code:
124707
Date:
Wednesday, June 13, 2012
Time:
2:00 PM to 3:30 PM
EST
DIRECTOR
:
Kristina Williams, MT(ASCP)SBB, CQIA, CQA(ASQ), Senior Program Associate, Biomedical Headquarters, American Red Cross
SPEAKER
:
Trina Horn, MS
Description
This program will give a basic overview of molecular genetics as it applies to blood group antigens. The various types of tests and methodologies currently used in the molecular laboratory and when the different methods are used will be discussed. Lastly, the importance of the relationship between serology and molecular methods will be emphasized through several interesting case studies.
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Discuss current manual methods and automated platforms used in the molecular lab.
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Highlight specific cases where molecular testing was used to aid difficult serology.
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Provide an overview of molecular testing.
CE Category | CE Value |
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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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